Roast Beef Sliders
These Roast Beef Sliders are a crowd-pleasing appetizer combining tender, savory roast beef with melty cheese on soft, toasted slider buns. Perfect for game day or casual gatherings, they offer quick prep, bold flavors, and easy customization to suit any taste or dietary need.
- Author: Nina
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 sliders
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Toasting and assembling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free rolls are used)
Buns and Bread
- Soft slider buns, fresh and lightly toasted
Meat and Cheese
- Thinly sliced roast beef, tender and savory
- Swiss or provolone cheese slices (or sharp cheddar, blue cheese, or pepper jack as alternatives)
Condiments and Toppings
- Deli mustard or horseradish sauce
- Butter or olive oil for toasting buns
- Optional pickles or caramelized onions
- Prepare the buns: Slice the slider buns in half and lightly butter the insides. Toast them on a skillet or in the oven until golden brown to add crisp texture that holds up to the juicy fillings.
- Heat the roast beef: Warm the thinly sliced roast beef in a hot pan or microwave just until heated through. Avoid overcooking to keep the slices tender and juicy.
- Assemble the sliders: Layer the warmed roast beef on the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Add a slice of your preferred cheese on top of the beef to melt gently as the sliders rest.
- Add condiments: Spread your chosen condiment such as deli mustard or horseradish sauce on the top buns. You can also add pickles or caramelized onions at this stage for extra flavor.
- Put sliders together and serve: Cap the sandwiches with the top buns, press gently, and secure with a toothpick if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect combination of warm beef and melted cheese.
Notes
- Choose quality roast beef: Use freshly sliced deli roast beef or homemade for the best texture and flavor.
- Don’t skip toasting: Toasting the buns adds flavor and keeps them from getting soggy quickly.
- Layer wisely: Place cheese directly on the hot beef to allow perfect melting without overheating the bread.
- Keep toppings balanced: Use enough condiments and extras like pickles to brighten the richness, but avoid overpowering the beef.
- Serve warm: These sliders shine best hot or warm to enjoy melty cheese paired with tender beef.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: roast beef sliders, game day snacks, appetizers, easy sliders, crowd-pleasing, party food