The best possible version of French Dip sandwiches -- made into oven-baked sliders! These French Dip sliders take only TEN MINUTES PREP! via chelseasmessyapron.com

French Dip Sliders, famously viral for good reason, combine tender roast beef and melty Swiss cheese, all topped with the best buttery topping.

French Dip sandwiches fresh out of the oven with a spatula pulling one out.

French Dip Sliders Are…

  1. Versatile: Great for parties or gatherings where everyone can enjoy.
  2. Easy to Serve: The individual servings makes them hassle-free to dish out and eat.
  3. Simple: Straightforward and easy to make.
  4. Crowd pleasers: Guaranteed to be a hit wherever they’re served!
  5. Flavorful: Packed with delicious flavors and textures!

Provolone, roast beef, crispy onions, all being layered on rolls and topped with another layer of rolls and butter.

Ingredients In French Dip Sliders

  • Butter: Adds flavor and texture to sliders.
  • Hawaiian-Style Rolls: Sweet, soft base for sliders.
  • Deli Roast Beef: We like getting it rare from the deli, so it isn’t overcooked after baking.
  • Provolone Cheese: Adds great flavor and melts well.
  • French Fried Onions: Adds crunch and flavor.
  • Seasoning Mixture: Creates a delicious buttery topping.
  • Au Jus Seasoning Mix: Provides rich flavor for sliders PLUS a great dipping sauce.

French Dip sliders all in a pan fresh out of the oven.

How To Make French Dip Sliders

  1. Prep Oven: Preheat to 350°F and butter a 9×13 dish.
  2. Layer Rolls: Cut Hawaiian rolls in half, place bottoms in dish.
  3. Build Sliders: Add a layer of Provolone, roast beef, optional onions, more Provolone, and roll tops.
  4. Season: Melt butter, mix with seasoning, and spread on rolls.
  5. Bake: For 15-20 mins until golden.
  6. Make Au Jus: Simmer au jus seasoning with water.
  7. Serve: Slice sliders and enjoy with au jus.

Storage

Leftovers?

  • Store: Leftover French Dip Sliders in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze: In a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month.
  • Reheat: In the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes, covered with foil to avoid drying.

The sandwich on a plate.

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French Dip Sliders

French Dip Sliders, famously viral for good reason, combine tender roast beef and melty Swiss cheese, all topped with the best buttery topping.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders

Ingredients  

Butter

Instructions 

  • PREP: Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Spread 2 tbsp butter all over 9x13-inch baking pan. Line pan with parchment paper.
  • ROLLS: Using a serrated bread knife, carefully slice the entire block of Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping the individual rolls attached (See Note 1). Place the bottom half of the rolls in the prepared pan.
  • ASSEMBLE: Layer with 6 slices of cheese, roast beef, optional french-fried onions, remaining 6 cheese slices and top slab of rolls.
  • BRUSH ON BUTTER: In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Add 1 tbsp of au jus mix plus remaining butter ingredients. Whisk until well combined. Spread mixture evenly over tops of rolls and sides (use about ยพ). Refrigerate any leftovers for later use on steak or bread.
  • BAKE: Bake the sliders uncovered until the cheese is gooey and tops of rolls are golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.
  • AU JUS: For au jus, heat remaining packet in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add cold water (whatever is indicated on package) and whisk. Bring to a boil, then simmer until slightly thickened.
  • SERVE: Remove and cut sliders into squares, along the roll divisions, with a very sharp knife. Serve au jus with the sliders.

Video

Recipe Notes

Note 1:ย Keep the rolls intact and slice them in half horizontally.The rolls used in this recipe being cut in half.
Note 2: Beef: Choose the rarest deli roast beef to avoid overcooking in the oven. Simply ask the deli counter staff for assistance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 13.6g | Protein: 16.9g | Fat: 19.2g | Cholesterol: 74.5mg | Sodium: 371.8mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 4.7g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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303 Comments

  1. Nancy Leizear says:

    5 stars
    These were fantastic! A real hit and everyone loved them. So super simple to make but absolutely delicious! Had several requests to share the recipe.

    1. Chelsea Lords says:

      I am so thrilled to hear this! Thanks Nancy! ๐Ÿ™‚

  2. Heather says:

    I canโ€™t find Hawaiian sweet rolls in Ontario, do you recommend an alternative bread/roll?

  3. Raxhel says:

    5 stars
    THIS IS THE BEST THING I HAVE EVER MADE WOW

    1. Chelsea Lords says:

      Yay! Thrilled to hear that! ๐Ÿ™‚

  4. Tracey says:

    5 stars
    These are a staple and family favorite at my house. We stir the leftover butter from the rolls into the au jus we make at the end. Yum!

    1. Chelsea Lords says:

      So glad it’s become a family favorite! Thank you Tracey!!

  5. Tonya says:

    Do not leave these in the oven for 20 minutes. I think this was the first time Iโ€™ve ever burnt anything. I should have done 15

    1. Chelsea Lords says:

      Hmm does your oven happen to run hot? Never had a problem with these burning and we make these all the time! Sorry they burnt for you!

  6. Lmh76 says:

    5 stars
    My son is a very picky eater but loves these. I make them all the time at his request! They are delicious!

  7. Devit Clark says:

    Wow, that is a great recipe blog.

    1. Chelsea Lords says:

      Thank you!

  8. Sandy U says:

    Delicious! I have made these twice and love the easy recipe and how quickly it comes together. The 2nd time I made it with regular butter rolls instead of sweet rolls. The fam liked it better. I also want to cut back on the seasoned salt (as suggested). Yummy!

    1. Chelsea Lords says:

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you Sandy ๐Ÿ™‚

  9. Lori says:

    5 stars
    We loved it, I have made it several times very very good .

    1. Chelsea Lords says:

      So glad you’ve enjoyed these sliders! ๐Ÿ™‚

  10. Taffy says:

    5 stars
    We had company over and made these sliders We mixed it up a bit and tried two different kinds of cheese and two different kinds of rolls. Oh my goodness we loved every variety. These were so yummy

    1. Chelsea Lords says:

      So happy to hear that!! Thank you Taffy ๐Ÿ™‚