Ham & Cheese Sliders with Fig Jam
Simple and delicious ham and cheese sliders with fig jam, fresh arugula, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. These easy, sweet and savory sliders get brushed with a little garlic parmesan butter before baking for a delicious party appetizer, lunch, or fun addition to your brunch table!
Servings 12 servings
Calories 279cal
Ingredients
- Sandwich filling
- 1 package (12 ounce pack) Hawaiian sweet rolls (12 rolls)
- ½ heaping cup fig preserves/jam
- 8 ounces of havarti cheese sliced (or sub pepper jack,
- white cheddar or brie!)
- ¾ pound sliced ham
- Garlic Parmesan Butter topping
- ¼ cup salted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Extras
- 2 cups arugula
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 inch pan with nonstick cooking spray. If you prefer, you can line the pan with parchment paper so you can easily pull the rolls out of the pan.
- Use a serrated knife to halve the rolls horizontally and place in the prepared pan. Spread fig jam over the bottom half of the rolls, then add cheese slices in a single layer and finally top with ham slices. Place the tops of the rolls.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, parmesan cheese, and garlic powder. Brush the mixture on top of the rolls, then transfer to the oven and bake until the rolls are golden brown and cheese is melted, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and open the top of the rolls. Top ham with arugula and drizzle with balsamic glaze, then cut into individual sliders and enjoy! Makes 12 rolls.
Notes
Don’t have ham? 12 ounces of cooked bacon slices is an excellent substitute for ham. Or feel free to sub sliced deli turkey! YUM.
Switch up the jam: Apple butter, pumpkin butter, cranberry sauce/jam or apricot preserves are all great options too!
These are delicious with carmelized onions too, just add on top of the ham before baking!
Make ahead: Assemble the fig jam, cheese and ham (do not add garlic butter until ready to bake). Cover with foil and place in the fridge for up to 1 day.
Nutrition
Serving: 1slider | Calories: 279cal | Carbohydrates: 27.1g | Protein: 12.4g | Fat: 13.9g | Saturated Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 15.1g