Description
Cuban Sliders are a delicious and easy-to-make party favorite, layering roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, and tangy pickles on slider buns. Brushed with a buttery garlic and onion mixture, then baked to golden perfection, these sliders deliver seven amazing flavors in every bite, making them an irresistible crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Sliders
- 12 slider buns
- 1 pound roasted pork, sliced
- 1 pound ham, sliced
- 8 ounces Swiss cheese, sliced
- 1/2 cup dill pickles, sliced
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
Butter Mixture
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Garnish (Optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking of the sliders.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent the sliders from sticking during baking.
- Assemble Buns: Slice the slider buns in half and place the bottom halves evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Layer Meats: Evenly distribute the sliced roasted pork over the bottom buns, then layer the sliced ham on top.
- Add Cheese and Pickles: Place slices of Swiss cheese over the ham, followed by adding the sliced dill pickles for tangy crunch.
- Spread Mustard: Evenly spread yellow mustard over the pickles and cheese to infuse classic Cuban flavor.
- Top Buns: Place the top halves of the slider buns over the layered fillings, completing the sandwich build.
- Prepare Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
- Brush Tops: Generously brush the butter mixture over the tops of the slider buns for flavor and crispiness.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes at 350°F. Then remove the foil and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes until the tops are golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove sliders from oven, let cool for a few minutes, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control the salt content in the sliders.
- You can substitute Dijon mustard for a spicier kick.
- For a crispier bottom bun, toast the buns lightly before assembling.
- The sliders are best served warm but can be reheated in the oven.
- Optional parsley garnish adds freshness and color.
