Ham and Cheese Breakfast Sliders
Buttery Hawaiian rolls stuffed with fluffy scrambled eggs, tender ham, and melty cheese, all crowned with a savory poppy seed butter sauce.
They’re perfect for feeding a crowd, prepping ahead for busy mornings, or bringing to your next brunch gathering. Make a double batch – they disappear fast!
Variations & Substitutions
I love experimenting with different cheeses – pepper jack adds a nice kick, while Colby jack or Havarti create an extra creamy texture.
For the protein, you can swap the ham for crispy bacon, breakfast sausage patties, or even turkey slices. If you’re feeling fancy, try using croissants instead of Hawaiian rolls. The eggs can be made creamier by using half-and-half instead of milk.
Tips & Tricks for Perfect Results
The key to perfect sliders is keeping the eggs slightly undercooked when scrambling, as they’ll continue cooking in the oven.
I recommend keeping the eggs in larger pieces rather than small crumbles – this helps them stay put in the sandwiches.
When assembling, don’t pull the rolls apart; slice them as one unit. This makes assembly much easier and keeps everything neat.
Making the Recipe Stand Out
I sometimes add a touch of maple syrup to the butter mixture for a sweet-savory combo that’s absolutely incredible.
Consider adding a layer of caramelized onions between the ham and eggs, or sprinkle everything bagel seasoning on top instead of just poppy seeds. These little touches make a big difference!
Storage & Reheating
These sliders are perfect for make-ahead meals! You can assemble them up to 24 hours in advance – just keep the butter mixture separate until ready to bake.
For freezing, assemble completely (minus the butter topping), wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. When reheating, thaw overnight in the fridge, add the butter mixture, and bake as directed, adding 5-10 extra minutes.
Ham and Cheese Breakfast Sliders
Ingredients
- 12 Hawaiian slider rolls
- 10 large eggs
- 1 pound sliced deli ham
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Buttery Topping:
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 2 teaspoons dried minced onion
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Whisk eggs with milk, salt, and pepper. Scramble them in a buttered skillet until just set – don’t overcook them.
- Slice the entire sheet of rolls horizontally, keeping them connected. Place bottom half in the baking dish.
- Layer in this order: Half of the cheese, Ham slices, Scrambled eggs, Remaining cheese, Top half of rolls.
- Mix melted butter, Dijon, poppy seeds, dried onion, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour evenly over the rolls.
- Cover with foil and bake for 10 minutes, then uncover and bake 5-10 minutes more until cheese is melty.
