• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Free Ebook!Subscribe to updates & get a recipe book!

Subscribe & Receive My Free Recipe Ebook!

The Chunky Chef

Comforting Family Recipes

  • All Recipes
  • Learn to Cook
  • Shop
    • My eBooks
    • Favorite Products
  • About
  • Contact
  • Trending:

    Slow Cooker

    Easy Dinners

    Desserts

    My Saved Recipe Box
  • Browse By:
  • Course
    • Appetizers
    • Breakfast
    • Main Dishes
    • Sides
    • Drinks
    • Desserts
    • Salads
    • Soups
    • Sandwiches
    • Healthy-ish
  • Ingredient
    • Chicken
    • Beef
    • Pork
    • Turkey
    • Seafood
    • Meatless
    • Pasta
  • Cuisine
    • Asian
    • Italian
    • Mexican
    • Hawaiian
    • Middle Eastern
    • Comfort Food
  • Method
    • One Pot
    • Crockpot
    • Instant Pot
    • Oven
    • Fried
    • Grilling/BBQ
  • Trending:

    Slow Cooker

    Easy Dinners

    Desserts

Home / Appetizers

Cuban Sliders

5
/5
35 minutes
8 Comments
Jump to Recipe Print Pin
By: The Chunky Chefpublished: 04/14/2021

This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy.

These Cuban Sliders are a fun appetizer version of the classic Cuban sandwich! Loaded with ham, pulled pork, mustard sauce, cheese and pickles, you'll love every bite of these delicious crowd-pleasing sliders. #sliders #cuban #ham #pork #appetizers #fingerfoods #partyfood
These Cuban Sliders are a fun appetizer version of the classic Cuban sandwich! Loaded with ham, pulled pork, mustard sauce, cheese and pickles, you'll love every bite of these delicious crowd-pleasing sliders. #sliders #cuban #ham #pork #appetizers #fingerfoods #partyfood
These Cuban Sliders are a fun appetizer version of the classic Cuban sandwich! Loaded with ham, pulled pork, mustard sauce, cheese and pickles, you'll love every bite of these delicious crowd-pleasing sliders. #sliders #cuban #ham #pork #appetizers #fingerfoods #partyfood
These Cuban Sliders are a fun appetizer version of the classic Cuban sandwich! Loaded with ham, pulled pork, mustard sauce, cheese and pickles, you'll love every bite of these delicious crowd-pleasing sliders. #sliders #cuban #ham #pork #appetizers #fingerfoods #partyfood

These Cuban Sliders are a fun appetizer version of the classic Cuban sandwich! Loaded with ham, pulled pork, mustard sauce, cheese and pickles, you’ll love every bite of these delicious crowd-pleasing sliders.

This is one of my Appetizer recipes I know you’ll want to keep on hand!

serving a cuban slider sandwich
Pin this recipe for later!

Ham and cheese sliders are a classic appetizer for a reason; they’re completely delicious! I’m sure you’ve had them, or at least heard of them.

Hawaiian rolls, honey ham, provolone cheese, all smothered in a sweet butter sauce with poppy seeds in it.  Sound familiar?

I mean, they’re pretty hard to top, but it’s nice to switch things up and go savory instead of sweet. You guys have really enjoyed my Baked Italian Beef Sliders, so I thought I’d bring another classic sandwich into the slider family.

Cuban sandwiches! If you’ve never had one, you absolutely need to try one. There’s plenty of ham, pulled pork, cheese, pickles, mustard, and it’s all pressed into a crispy sandwich.

These sliders hit all those flavor notes, with the addition of the optional everything seasoning. I put that stuff on… well, everything.

Plus they perfect for a party, since they’re a fun 2-3 bite appetizer!

How to make cuban sliders?

This is just an overview; the full ingredients and directions are in the recipe card toward the bottom of this post.

step by step how to make cuban sliders - image collage
  1. Slice rolls.  More than likely, your package of Hawaiian rolls won’t come sliced.  Slice the rolls in half horizontally, keeping them connected to each other if possible.  Transfer to baking pan.
  2. Make mustard sauce. Mix mustard, Worcestershire, and part of the melted butter together in a small bowl. Then spread half of the mixture on the bottom half of the rolls.
  3. Layer.  Add ham slices, then pulled pork, then Swiss cheese, then pickles.
  4. More mustard sauce.  Spread remaining half of the mustard sauce on the cut side of the top half of the rolls. Add the top half of the rolls on top of the pickles.
  5. Make topping.  Combine the rest of the melted butter with garlic.
  6. Top and bake.  Pour or brush butter mixture on top of the rolls, sprinkle with everything seasoning (if using), then bake at 400°F for 20 minutes covered with foil, then uncover and bake 5 minutes.

Helpful Tip!

If you have to substitute the baking pan, just make sure you use one that has sides. This is pretty buttery and you don’t want melted butter all over your oven!

platter full of cuban sliders

Variations of this recipe

  • Yellow mustard – if you’re not a fan of Dijon, you can use regular yellow mustard, or try grainy mustard if you’d like.
  • Leftover ham – we normally use deli ham for this because it’s something we usually have at home anyway, but this recipe is perfect for leftover Christmas or Easter ham!
  • Type of pulled pork – my favorite pork to use for this recipe is leftover smoked pulled pork, but any pulled pork will do. My grocery store sells plain pulled pork in a package, or even pulled pork bbq (although this will change the flavor somewhat).
  • Homemade pickles – to kick these sliders up a notch, try using homemade refrigerator pickles!
  • Seasoning – the everything seasoning is optional, but oh so delicious. But feel free to omit it or swap it for something else if you prefer.
cuban slider sandwich on a plate

FAQ’s

What type of slider buns do you use for ham and cheese sliders?

I like to use Kings Hawaiian rolls, but any slider-style bun will work. Potato rolls, or butter rolls are great substitutes.

What type of ham is best to use for cuban sliders?

I personally like to use black forest ham, or plain smoked ham from the deli. But feel free to use any sliced ham you like best.

Making cuban sliders ahead of time

The great thing about ham and cheese sliders like this cuban sandwich variety, is that you can make them completely ahead of time!

Just make the recipe right up until the baking part, and cover tightly with foil.

Refrigerate for up to 1 day, then bake as directed.

Freezing

To freeze, make the recipe right up until baking, then cover tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.

Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then bake as directed.

up close view of cuban ham and cheese slider

Storage

Any leftovers should be refrigerated in an airtight container and eaten within 3-4 days.

Related Recipes:

featured image for smoked pork shoulder
Smoked Pork Shoulder
garlic herb sliders
Garlic Herb Ham and Cheese Sliders
two ham sliders stacked on top of each other
Cranberry Ham Sliders
copycat honey baked ham
Copycat HoneyBaked Ham
9x13 pan with lid

My Favorite 9×13″ Pan!

You can use any 9×13″ pan, but I like that this one comes with a tight fitting lid.

Get on amazon

Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @the_chunky_chef on Facebook and Instagram!

serving a cuban slider sandwich

Cuban Sliders

5 from 8 votes
Author: The Chunky Chef
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: 354
Servings: 12 sliders
(hover over # to adjust)
Print Rate Pin
These Cuban Sliders are a fun appetizer version of the classic Cuban sandwich!

Ingredients

  • 12 count package Hawaiian rolls
  • 3 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 – 1 lb sliced deli ham depending on how much ham you want to use
  • 1 lb pulled pork
  • 12 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1 small jar dill pickle slices or dill pickle chips
  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter divided
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 Tbsp everything bagel seasoning

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 9×13" baking pan. Set aside.
  • Add package of rolls to your cutting board and using a serrated knife (like a bread knife), carefully slice across the rolls, horizontally, keeping one hand on top of the rolls to steady them. 
  • Once sliced, keep the rolls connected to each other and lift the entire top section off of the bottom section. Add the bottom section of the rolls to the prepared baking pan.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and 3 Tbsp of the melted butter. Spread half of the mustard mixture over the bottom half of the rolls in the baking pan.
  • Add ham slices on top of the mustard, then add the pulled pork on top of the ham. Top that with the cheese slices and pickles.
  • Spread remaining mustard mixture over the cut side of the top half of the rolls, then add top half of rolls, cut side down, on top of the pickles.
  • In another small mixing bowl, add remaining 5 Tbsp melted butter and minced garlic. Brush mixture over the top of the rolls. Sprinkle with everything seasoning.
  • Cover loosely with foil and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake another 5 minutes, or until hot and golden.

Want to save this recipe for later? Click the heart in the bottom right corner to save to your own recipe box!

Chef Tips

  1. Recipe makes 12 sliders, but can easily be doubled.
  2. For doubling, use a rimmed baking sheet that’s big enough to hold two 12 count packages of rolls.  Bake time would remain the same.

Nutrition Disclaimer

The Chunky Chef is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.

Did You Make This?Tag @the_chunky_chef on Instagram and hashtag it #thechunkychef so I can see what you made!
Tag on Insta! Leave a Rating Save for Later Saved!

You May Also Like...

  • Baked Italian Beef Sliders | Slider buns are piled high with shredded Italian beef and gooey provolone cheese, brushed with melted garlic butter and baked until gooey and mouthwatering! | http://thechunkychef.com
    Baked Italian Beef Sliders
  • The ultimate party or finger food, these melt in your mouth ham and cheese sliders are made savory with the addition of garlic and herbs, drizzled in a garlic/shallot butter and baked until tender and golden! #appetizer #partyfood #fingerfood #sliders #hamandcheese #garlicandherb #easyrecipe
    Garlic and Herb Ham and Cheese Sliders
  • Looking for a great way to use up that leftover holiday ham? Try making these crowd pleasing Cranberry Ham Sliders!  Perfect with deli ham too, these quick and easy little Hawaiian roll sandwiches are a true family favorite! #ham #sliders #cranberry #leftovers #holiday #thanksgiving #christmas #hawaiianrolls
    Cranberry Ham Sliders
  • Ham and Cheese Spinach Puffs | Ready in just over 30 minutes, these spinach puffs are made with flaky puff pastry, wrapped around a creamy mixture of ham, gruyere cheese and fresh spinach. Perfect for using leftover ham! | http://thechunkychef.com
    Ham and Cheese Spinach Puffs
Previous Post
Next Post

Meet The Chunky Chef

Hey there! I'm Amanda. Wife, mother, photography nerd, and bacon lover! I believe that delicious meals should be easy to make. Now that you’re here, stay a bit, browse a few recipes, and let’s get cookin’!

Learn More

Reader Interactions

Leave a Comment Cancel reply

Have a question? Submit your question, comment, or review below.

Recipe Rating




  1. Karen says

    Posted on 1/21 at 11:41 pm

    These are always a hit with everyone! Delicious!!!

    Reply
  2. Sandra says

    Posted on 4/21 at 5:16 pm

    I love how tasty this is! Everyone loved it.

    Reply
  3. Kevin says

    Posted on 4/19 at 5:24 pm

    I have been on the hunt for a new slider to try! I have to give these a try!

    Reply
  4. Kevin says

    Posted on 4/19 at 5:23 pm

    These look so good! I love anything cuban!

    Reply
  5. Amanda Livesay says

    Posted on 4/19 at 7:40 am

    We can’t get enough of these sliders! Love all the flavors, especially that sauce on top!

    Reply
  6. Catalina says

    Posted on 4/19 at 6:09 am

    Yum! How inviting and mouthwatering these sliders look! My family will go crazy over them!

    Reply
  7. Beth says

    Posted on 4/17 at 3:23 am

    These are so amazing and addicting! So delicious and very tasty! Definitely making these sliders again! Perfect for little get togethers!

    Reply
  8. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    Posted on 4/16 at 2:18 am

    These Cuban Sliders are look so fun and tasty!

    Reply

Primary Sidebar

welcome!

Hey there! I'm Amanda. Wife, mother, photography nerd, and bacon lover! I believe that delicious meals should be easy to make. Now that you’re here, stay a bit, browse a few recipes, and let’s get cookin’!

New! Save Recipes To Your Own Account!

Free eBook!

Subscribe & receive my most popular recipes compiled into an easy ebook format!

download now!

Subscribe & Receive My Free Recipe Ebook!

Game Day Recipes!

These crowd-pleasing tender meatballs are smothered in a super flavorful honey garlic bbq sauce.  Perfect for parties, this crockpot meatball recipe couldn't be more simple to make! #meatballs #crockpot #slowcooker #honeygarlic #bbq #appetizer #party #honey #garlic #easyrecipe

Honey Garlic Crockpot Meatballs

2 hours 5 minutes

Smooth and silky queso dip, made using NO velveeta!  Packed with flavor, yet so easy to make, and party ready in just 20 minutes! #queso #dip #cheese #mexican #appetizer #party #cincodemayo #easyrecipe

Queso Dip Recipe

20 minutes

Creamy, cheesy, and oh so addicting, this bacon cheeseburger dip is just like your favorite gooey cheeseburger... but in a party-ready dip form! #bacon #gameday #cheesy #cheeseburger #party #appetizer #dip #easyrecipe

Creamy Bacon Cheeseburger Dip

32 minutes

Insanely tasty chicken wing recipe, dry rubbed, then hickory smoked to perfection.  And don't forget the homemade bourbon bbq sauce! #chickenwings #wingrecipe #smoked #smoker #smokedchickenwings #bourbon #bbq #crispy

Bourbon BBQ Smoked Chicken Wings

3 hours

This easy game day appetizer combines classic buffalo wing flavors with cool creaminess in an easy dip made in the crockpot. Perfect for any party, serve it up with chips or celery sticks and watch everyone go back for seconds!

Buffalo Chicken Dip (Crockpot Recipe)

2 hours 10 minutes

Chicken Taco Mexican Pinwheels | These pinwheels are filled with a creamy chicken taco filling, which is easily customizable, and rolled up to make a perfect appetizer or party food! | http://thechunkychef.com

Chicken Taco Mexican Pinwheels

15 minutes

More Holiday Recipes >

Who doesn’t love free stuff?

Who doesn't love free stuff? Get an ad-free ebook of my most popular recipes, plus be the FIRST to know about new things coming to the site!

Looking for something?

As Seen On…

Stay Connected

subscribe to get new posts via email:

Quick & Easy

Dinner Favorites

Hearty and positively soul-warming, this beef barley soup simmers all day in the slow cooker, which makes for an incredibly rich soup recipe! #beefbarley #soup #slowcooker #crockpot #comfortfood #barley #beefsoup #easyrecipe #dinner
M

Crockpot Beef Barley Soup

white bowl of chicken and dumplings
T

Instant Pot Chicken & Dumplings

HONEY GARLIC SALMON - Succulent and tender salmon filets cooked in a mouthwatering simple honey garlic sauce, then broiled until sticky and caramelized.  Made with simple ingredients, in one pan, and in just 20 minutes! #salmon #honeygarlic #onepan #easyrecipe #dinner #seafood #fish
W

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

Light and filling, this Italian Wedding Soup is perfectly delicious comfort food, all year round.  Made in one pan, and ready in 30 minutes, this recipe is great for a weeknight meal! #soup #souprecipe #Italianweddingsoup #onepot #30minutemeal #weeknight #dinner #easyrecipe #homemaderecipe
R

Italian Wedding Soup

This Honey Garlic Chicken is one incredible weeknight dinner idea. Juicy chicken coated and cooked with a glorious sauce made with soy, hoisin, garlic, honey and more! Toss it all in the slow cooker and let it do the work for you! #dinner #chicken #asian #honey #garlic #honeygarlic #easyrecipe #weeknight #slowcooker #crockpot
F

Honey Garlic Chicken

S

Swedish Meatballs

Opens in a new window Opens an external site Opens an external site in a new window
free e-book!

Download MY Free Recipe eBook!

Subscribe & receive my most popular recipes compiled into an easy ebook format!

get my copy!

Subscribe & Receive My Free Recipe Ebook!

As Featured On:

Back to Top

Recipes

Dinners

Appetizers

Desserts

Slow Cooker

Learn to Cook

Start Here

Tips & Tricks

e-Cookbook

Easy Recipes

  • About
  • Work With Me
  • Privacy
  • Contact
© 2023 The Chunky Chef
Site Credits Designed by Melissa Rose Design Developed by Once Coupled
Back to Top