These Pepper Jelly Ham and Cheese Sliders are the ultimate way to turn leftover ham into something special. Baked on soft Hawaiian rolls with gooey Havarti, they're sweet, savory, and just a little spicy.
My mom always made baked sandwiches with leftover ham, and they were gone in no time. I added my own twist by layering in hot pepper jelly and a maple butter topping. This combo gives these sliders that perfect balance of flavor I know you'll love.
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Why You'll Love Pepper Jelly Sliders
Sweet heat: pepper jelly adds a tangy kick that pairs perfectly with ham.
Cheesy melt: Havarti creates a creamy, melty layer in every bite.
Easy prep: just assemble, bake, and serve for a quick dinner or party snack.
Key Ingredients
See the recipe card at the bottom of this post for a full list of ingredients and instructions.
- Hawaiian Slider Rolls: soft, sweet rolls that make the perfect base.
- Leftover ham: a simple way to repurpose holiday or deli ham.
- Havarti cheese: smooth and melty, ideal for baked sliders.
- Sweet hot pepper jelly: the star of this recipe for a sweet-spicy kick.
- Butter and maple syrup: Brushed on top for golden, flavorful buns.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Ham: swap with cooked turkey or shredded chicken.
- Havarti cheese: try Swiss, Monterey Jack, or provolone.
- Pepper Jelly: use apricot or raspberry preserves for a milder flavor.
Variations on Pepper Jelly Ham and Cheese Sliders
- Jalapeno Popper Sliders: add cream cheese and diced jalapenos with the ham.
- BBQ Ham Sliders: replace pepper jelly with barbecue sauce and add cheddar.
- Breakfast sliders: layer scrambled eggs and bacon with the ham and cheese.
Tips for Perfect Baked Sliders
- Cover first: keep sliders moist by baking covered before crisping the tops.
- Even spread: distribute ham and cheese evenly so every slider is full.
- Flavor boost: add diced jalapenos for extra heat alongside the pepper jelly.
How to Store and Reheat
Keep leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in a 300°F oven for about 10 minutes until warm and melty.
Serve With...
These pepper jelly ham and cheese sliders are perfect alongside Air Fryer French Fries, a crisp Broccoli Salad, or comforting Potato Salad. For dessert, serve with Banana Pudding Poke Cake.
More Easy Sliders to Love
If you enjoyed these sliders, you'll also love my Buffalo Chicken sliders, my savory Slow Cooker Beef Sliders, BBQ Beef Sliders, and Easy Shrimp Po' Boy Sliders.
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📖 Recipe
Pepper Jelly Ham and Cheese Sliders
Equipment
- 9x13 Casserole Dish
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Ingredients
- 1 dozen Hawaiian Slider Rolls
- ⅓ cup sweet hot pepper jelly
- ¾ pound leftover ham
- 1½ cups shredded Havarti cheese divided
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon diced jalapeno optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Line a casserole baking dish with parchment paper.
- Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half and place the bottom half in the casserole dish on top of the parchment paper.
- Spread the bottom roll layer with the sweet hot pepper jelly.
- Sprinkle ¾ cup Havarti cheese over top of the jelly layer.
- Spread the ham over the top of the cheese and sprinkle the ham with the remaining cheese. Sprinkle with diced jalapeno (if using).
- Cover the sliders with the top half of the rolls.
- Combine the butter, maple syrup, and garlic powder and brush over top of the sliders using a pastry brush.
- Cover the sliders with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, or until cheese has melted. Remove the aluminum foil and bake another 10 minutes.
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