Hawaiian Roll Roast Beef Sliders

Name: Hawaiian Roll Roast Beef Sliders
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 package of Hawaiian Rolls; 1 pound deli sliced roast beef; 4 slices of Swiss cheese; 2 tablespoon butter, melted; 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon dijon mustard; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; Pinch of salt; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon flour; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1 1/2 cups beef broth; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; Salt and pepper to taste

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These Hawaiian roll roast beef sliders are always a crowd favorite. You'll make a delicious and easy slider filled with roast beef and Swiss cheese along with an Au Jus dipping sauce for the perfect finishing touch.

A stack of Hawaiian roll roast beef sliders.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These roast beef sliders on Hawaiian rolls come together in less than 30 minutes
It's the perfect appetizer to feed a crowd for a party or game day
You'll only need simple ingredients
You can customize them to your liking
The flavors will remind you of the classic French onion soup
Check out our other Hawaiian roll sliders recipe here

Ingredient Notes

Ingredients needed for Hawaiian roll roast beef sliders.

For the sliders

Hawaiian Sweet Rolls - you can find these sweet Hawaiian rolls at most local grocery stores in the bakery section in an orange bag. You can also substitute them for another type of roll like a ciabatta rolls, slider buns, dinner rolls, or a gluten-free roll if you need.
Thinly sliced roast beef - we prefer a lean, thin sliced roast beef cut fresh at the meat counter. You can also swap the roast beef with turkey or ham.
Swiss cheese - feel free to use whatever cheese you prefer here like Swiss cheese, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, havarti cheese, or provolone cheese.
Butter, melted - you can also use olive oil.
Worcestershire sauce - Worcestershire sauce is a unique flavor. You can substitute it with soy sauce or balsamic vinegar but the flavor will change slightly.
Dijon mustard
Onion powder & Garlic powder
Salt

For the Au Jus dipping sauce

Butter
Flour - if you're making a gluten-free version with gluten-free rolls, you can use 1 to 1 gluten-free flour here.
Garlic powder & onion powder
Beef broth
Worcestershire sauce
Salt & pepper

See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements for Hawaiian roll roast beef sliders with Au Jus.

Equipment You’ll Need

9x13 pan
Serrated knife
Pastry brush*
Small bowl
Small saucepan
Measuring cups & spoons

Step by Step Directions

For the full recipe instructions, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

A parchment-lined baking dish with the bottom half of Hawaiian rolls.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit. Line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper. Slice all of the Hawaiian Rolls in half with a sharp bread knife at once while still keeping the rolls connected. Lay the bottom layer of the rolls in the pan.

A parchment-lined baking dish with Hawaiian rolls topped with roast beef.

Evenly place the roast beef slices on top of the rolls.

A parchment-lined baking dish with Hawaiian rolls topped with roast beef and Swiss cheese.

Add the Swiss cheese on top.

A parchment-lined baking dish with Hawaiian roll roast beef sliders.

Place the top layer of the rolls on top.

In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Use a pastry brush to evenly brush the tops of the rolls with the mixture.

Cover the pan with aluminum foil. Bake for 10 minutes with the foil on and another 10 minutes with the foil off, or until the rolls are golden brown.

A nonstick skillet with au jus dipping sauce.

While the rolls are cooking, make the au jus dipping sauce. Place a medium saucepan on the stove over medium heat. Add the butter. When the butter is melted, add the flour, garlic powder, and onion powder and whisk the mixture together until well combined. Add the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce and continuously stir until the mixture comes to a boil. Let the sauce boil for 2 minutes and then from the heat.

A roast beef slider being dipped into the au jus dipping sauce.

Serve the sliders warm with a side of the dipping sauce.

Tips & Variations

Feel free to swap the Swiss cheese with a layer of provolone cheese or havarti cheese.
If you want to simplify the recipe further, you could leave out the au jus sauce or use an au jus gravy packet.
You can add caramelized onions or french fried onions to the sliders before adding the cheese.
You can also spread mustard on the rolls before adding the meat if desired.
This recipe is a great party food for a fun super bowl party served with a fruit or veggie tray and potato chips.

A baking sheet with Hawaiian roll roast beef sliders and a small bowl of dipping sauce.

FAQ

How should I store the leftovers?

Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Store the au jus sauce separate. Warm the rolls in the air fryer, oven, or microwave before serving again. The leftovers make a great quick lunch.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, you can make these ahead of time and wrap them up and leave them in the fridge for a few hours or overnight. We recommend assembling the sliders and placing them in the fridge uncooked, then baking them the next day when you are ready to serve.

Are these Hawaiian roll roast beef sliders gluten-free?

No. However, you can make this recipe gluten-free by swapping the rolls for a gluten-free bun and using 1 to 1 gluten-free flour.

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