10+ Slider Recipes to Spice Up Your Next Party Menu

Sliders are those little sandwiches you can grab with one hand and eat in a couple of bites. They’re perfect for parties, snacks, or just when you want something quick and satisfying.

You can make sliders with all kinds of ingredients, so you can really match your mood or whatever’s in your fridge.

Making sliders is a fun way to get creative in the kitchen. You don’t need fancy tools or a ton of time.

Whether you lean classic or want to experiment, sliders have your back. And hey, they’re easy to share—just put out a tray and watch them disappear.

1) Cheeseburger Sliders with Sautéed Onions and Hawaiian Rolls

You’ll have fun making these cheeseburger sliders with soft Hawaiian rolls. The sweet rolls really balance out the savory beef and gooey cheese.

Sautéed onions bring a sweet, rich flavor that just works. Start by cooking ground beef and onions together until they’re browned and a little caramelized.

Spoon off any extra grease—nobody wants soggy sliders. Add a bit of mayo and your favorite seasonings to the beef if you’re feeling it.

Layer the beef and cheese on the rolls, pop them in the oven, and let everything melt together. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or just eat them straight up.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 12 Hawaiian slider rolls
• 6 slices American cheese
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Sauté onions in a pan until browned.
3. Add ground beef, cook through, and drain excess grease.
4. Stir in mayonnaise, salt, and pepper.
5. Slice slider rolls in half, place beef mixture on the bottom half.
6. Top with cheese slices, then cover with roll tops.
7. Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted.

2) Pulled Pork Sliders with BBQ Sauce

Pulled pork sliders are a crowd-pleaser and honestly, they couldn’t be easier. Start with tender pulled pork and toss it in your favorite BBQ sauce.

The smoky-sweet flavor just works, especially with soft slider buns. Throw some coleslaw on top for crunch and a cool contrast to the warm pork.

Pickles or quick-pickled red onions add a nice zing if you’re into that. Hawaiian rolls or regular slider buns both work—pick your favorite.

Ingredients

• 3 cups pulled pork
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 12 slider buns (Hawaiian rolls work well)
• 1 cup coleslaw
• Pickles or pickled red onions (optional)
• Butter for buns (optional)

Cooking Instructions

1. Warm the pulled pork with BBQ sauce in a pan or slow cooker.
2. Lightly butter and toast the slider buns in a skillet at 350°F (175°C) for 2-3 minutes.
3. Place pulled pork on the bottom half of the buns.
4. Add a spoonful of coleslaw on top of the pork.
5. Add pickles or pickled onions if you like.
6. Cover with the top bun and serve warm.

3) Ham and Swiss Cheese Sliders with Butter Drizzle

These sliders are all about soft Hawaiian rolls stuffed with savory ham and Swiss cheese. The best part? The butter drizzle on top.

You’ll bake them until the cheese melts and the rolls get golden brown. It’s a simple, satisfying snack or meal.

Melted butter, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning create a drizzle that seeps into the rolls. It adds flavor and keeps things extra moist.

Ingredients

• 12 Hawaiian rolls
• 1 lb sliced ham
• 12 slices Swiss cheese
• ¼ cup melted butter (½ stick / 57 g)
• ½ teaspoon garlic salt
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Slice rolls in half horizontally without separating completely.
3. Layer ham and Swiss cheese on the bottom half, then cover with top half.
4. Combine melted butter, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning; drizzle over sliders.
5. Wrap sliders in foil and bake for 15 minutes.
6. Unwrap and bake an additional 5 minutes to brown the top.
7. Serve warm and enjoy!

For more details, visit The Kitchn’s Ham and Cheese Sliders Recipe.

4) Buffalo Chicken Sliders with Spicy Sauce

Buffalo chicken sliders are for anyone who likes a little heat. Shredded chicken tossed in buffalo sauce brings the spice.

Melted cheese and creamy ranch dressing cool things down. These are great for game day or just a casual meal.

Soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls hold everything together. The mix of spicy and creamy flavors makes each bite pretty addictive.

You can whip these up quickly by baking until the cheese melts and the rolls get a bit toasty.

Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
• 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
• 8 small Hawaiian rolls
• 4 slices of cheddar or mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup ranch dressing
• 1 cup coleslaw or shredded lettuce (optional)

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce in a bowl.
3. Slice Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally.
4. Spread ranch dressing on the bottom half of each roll.
5. Add buffalo chicken on top of ranch.
6. Place cheese slices over chicken.
7. Add coleslaw or lettuce if using.
8. Cover with the top half of the rolls.
9. Wrap sliders in foil and bake for 15 minutes.
10. Remove foil and bake for 5 more minutes until cheese melts.

5) Vegetarian Roasted Veggie and Mozzarella Sliders

If you’re after something easy and meat-free, these veggie sliders are a solid pick. Roasting the veggies brings out their sweetness and makes them nice and soft.

Use onions, peppers, mushrooms, and tomatoes for a colorful mix. Fresh mozzarella adds a creamy, mild flavor that goes perfectly with the veggies.

Season the veggies with salt, pepper, and a little olive oil. Roast everything at 400°F (200°C).

Once they’re roasted, layer the veggies and mozzarella on the buns. Toast the sliders for a few minutes to melt the cheese and bring it all together.

Ingredients

• Slider buns
• Onions
• Bell peppers
• Mushrooms
• Cherry tomatoes
• Fresh mozzarella cheese
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss onions, peppers, mushrooms, and tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread veggies on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes.
4. Slice mozzarella.
5. Place roasted veggies and mozzarella on slider buns.
6. Toast sliders in the oven for 3-5 minutes until cheese melts.

6) Mini Meatball Sliders with Marinara Sauce

Mini meatball sliders are quick to make and always a hit. Place the bottom halves of Hawaiian rolls on a baking sheet.

Spread marinara sauce on each bun for flavor and moisture. Set a cooked meatball on each bun, then top with shredded mozzarella.

Cover with the top half of the rolls and bake at 350°F (175°C) until the cheese melts. These are ideal for parties or a fast snack.

Ingredients

• 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls
• 12 cooked meatballs
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Slice Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally.
3. Place bottom halves on a baking sheet.
4. Spread marinara sauce evenly on each bottom bun.
5. Place one cooked meatball on each bun.
6. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over meatballs.
7. Top with roll tops.
8. Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese melts.

7) Crispy Fish Fillet Sliders with Tartar Sauce

You can whip up crispy fish fillet sliders in no time. Use breaded or beer-battered fish fillets for that satisfying crunch.

Soft slider buns keep everything together without falling apart. Add creamy tartar sauce for a tangy kick that pairs well with the fish.

Toss in lettuce, pickles, or a slice of cheese if you want to mix things up. These sliders make a great lunch or party snack.

Serve them warm with lemon wedges for a little extra zing. They come together fast—usually under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

• Breaded or beer-battered fish fillets (16 oz)
• Slider buns
• Tartar sauce
• Lettuce (optional)
• Pickles (optional)
• Cheese slices (optional)
• Lemon wedges (optional)

Cooking Instructions

1. Cook fish fillets according to package or recipe directions until crispy.
2. Warm your slider buns lightly.
3. Spread tartar sauce on the buns.
4. Place the cooked fish fillet on the bun.
5. Add optional toppings like lettuce, pickles, or cheese.
6. Serve sliders warm with lemon wedges.

For more ideas, check the Crispy Fish Sliders recipe.

8) Buffalo Cauliflower Sliders for a Veggie Kick

Buffalo cauliflower sliders are a spicy vegetarian option that actually tastes great. Roast mini cauliflower steaks coated in buffalo sauce until they’re crispy.

Top your sliders with blue cheese slaw or a celery relish to balance out the heat. These are perfect for game day or when you want something a little different.

The ingredient list is simple—just cauliflower, buffalo sauce, and breadcrumbs. Try swapping in apple cider vinegar for a milder tang if you like.

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower, cut into mini steaks
• 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/4 cup milk
• Blue cheese slaw or celery blue cheese relish
• Slider buns

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix flour and milk to make a batter.
3. Dip cauliflower steaks in batter, then coat with Panko breadcrumbs.
4. Bake for 20 minutes until crispy.
5. Toss cauliflower pieces in buffalo sauce.
6. Return to oven for 5-10 minutes.
7. Assemble sliders with cauliflower and blue cheese slaw.

Learn more about these spicy sliders at Greens & Chocolate.

9) Strawberry Cheesecake Sliders for Dessert

Strawberry cheesecake sliders—honestly, these are one of those desserts you can whip up in no time. Grab some soft Hawaiian rolls, slather on a creamy cheesecake filling, and spoon over that bright strawberry pie topping.

They’re perfect for parties or just a random Tuesday night treat. Something about the combo of fluffy rolls, sweet cream cheese, and juicy strawberries just hits differently.

You can toss them in the oven and, before you know it, you’ve got warm sliders ready to serve. I like to drizzle a little glaze on top, but that’s totally up to you.

They’re kind of like strawberry shortcake’s fun cousin—easy, crowd-pleasing, and a little bit messy in the best way.

Ingredients

• 1 package Hawaiian rolls
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 jar strawberry pie filling
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Slice Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, but don’t separate the individual rolls.
3. Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until everything’s smooth.
4. Spread that cream cheese mixture over the bottom half of the rolls.
5. Spoon the strawberry pie filling evenly over the cream cheese layer.
6. Place the top half of the rolls back on.
7. Brush melted butter over the tops and sprinkle with cinnamon if you want.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, just until they’re warm and a little golden.
9. Let them cool a bit, then slice into sliders.

10) Chopped Roast Beef Sliders with Cheese

Chopped roast beef sliders are a breeze to throw together, and honestly, they taste fantastic. Just pile some tender, chopped roast beef onto soft dinner rolls.

Melted cheddar—or whatever cheese you’re into—takes these up a notch. If you’re feeling fancy, toss on some caramelized onions or a dab of BBQ or horseradish sauce for extra zing.

I like to brush the tops with garlic butter before baking. It gives the sliders a crispy, golden finish that’s hard to resist.

Pop the sliders in your oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes. Once the cheese melts and the tops turn golden, you’re good to go.

These are perfect when you need something quick for dinner or want to impress at a party.

Ingredients

• Dinner rolls (12)
• Roast beef, chopped (2 cups)
• Cheddar cheese slices (6)
• Caramelized onions (optional, ½ cup)
• Garlic butter (2 tbsp)
• BBQ sauce or horseradish sauce (optional)

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Slice rolls in half and lay bottom halves in a baking dish.
3. Spread chopped roast beef evenly over rolls.
4. Add cheese slices and onions if using.
5. Place top halves of rolls on sliders.
6. Brush garlic butter on top.
7. Bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and tops are golden.
8. Serve warm.