Italian Sliders are quick and simple, made with ham, salami, pepperoni, roasted red peppers, and Provolone cheese—they’re always a crowd pleaser!
The Best Italian Sliders
Sliders are always the first thing I think of when I’m hosting, especially during the holidays when things are hectic, and people are coming and going.
They’re one of those meals everyone loves, they’re easy to make, and they don’t break the bank. I love making a couple of batches and just setting them out for everyone to help themselves.
This year, I made these Italian Sliders for an after-Christmas party, and they were such a hit I didn’t make enough! Everyone was raving, so I knew I had to grab more ingredients to make them again the next day.
Italian Slider Ingredients
- Hawaiian Rolls: Choose a soft package and keep the rolls together.
- Provolone Cheese: Swap half with mozzarella if you like.
- Ham, Salami, & Pepperoni: Use deli or pre-sliced meat, but make sure it’s thin.
- Roasted Red Peppers (Optional): Dry them well to avoid soggy sliders.
- Parmesan Cheese (Optional): Sprinkled on top for a golden, cheesy crust.
- Butter Topping: Spread lots on top and sides for extra crunch.
How to Make Italian Sliders
- Cut the Hawaiian rolls in half and spread some seasoned butter on them.
- Add layers of cheese, meats, red peppers, and more cheese on the bottom half.
- Bake the bottom part for 10 mins.
- Put the top half of the rolls back on, spread more butter, and bake again.
- Take off the cover, bake until golden and melty, then cut and serve warm!
Quick Tip
Use a sharp bread knife with a serrated edge to cut the Hawaiian rolls. Keep the rolls together and slice straight through to make a top and bottom layer.
What To Serve With Italian Sliders
- Salad: A simple garden salad with a light vinaigrette.
- Veggie sticks: Carrots, celery, and bell peppers for crunch.
- Pasta salad: Tossed with Italian dressing for extra flavor.
- Potato chips: Classic, crunchy, and easy.
- Olives and pickles: Offer as a side to eat or add to the sliders.
- Soup: Tomato basil or minestrone pairs perfectly.
- Italian skewers: Mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and olives on a stick.
Storage
Leftovers?
- Cool down: Let the sliders cool completely to room temp.
- Package: Place them in an airtight bag or container.
- Refrigerate: Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm in the oven at 350°F for about 10 mins, covered with foil to keep them from drying out.
More Slider Recipes
- French Dip Sliders loved by many with tons of 5-star reviews
- Ham and Cheese Sliders easy to make and so tasty
- Turkey Sliders great for using holiday leftovers
- Italian Beef Sliders with a yummy butter topping
- BBQ Chicken Sliders using pre-cooked chicken
Italian Sliders
Try these quick and simple Italian Sliders with ham, salami, pepperoni, roasted red peppers, and Provolone cheese.
Equipment
- 9×13-inch pan
- Olive oil cooking spray
Ingredients
Sliders:
- 12-count pkg. Hawaiian/soft rolls (Note 1)
- 12 slices provolone cheese, divided
- 5 oz thinly sliced deli ham (12 slices)
- 2 oz salami (12 large slices) (Note 2)
- 2 oz pepperoni (12 large slices or 24 smaller)
- 8 oz roasted red pepper strips, optional (Note 3)
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, optional
- Optional, for serving: warmed marinara
Butter:
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1½ teaspoons dried minced onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon each: dried oregano, dried parsley, and Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon each: salt and pepper
Instructions
- PREP: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Line pan with parchment paper.
- BUTTER: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Let it cool slightly, then whisk in the remaining ingredients listed under "butter."
- BRUSH ON BUTTER: 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.Brush 2 tbsp of the butter mixture on the cut sides of both the top and bottom halves of the rolls (using 4 tablespoons in total).
- LAYER IN FOLLOWING ORDER: 6 slices of cheese, ham, salami, pepperoni, red pepper strips (if using), and 6 remaining slices of cheese. Do not add the top slab of rolls yet. Bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
- BAKE AGAIN: Remove pan from oven and place top half of the rolls onto the sliders. Brush the top and sides of the rolls generously with the remaining butter mixture. If using, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top. Cover pan with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- ENJOY: Serve hot, cutting into individual sliders. Serve with warmed marinara sauce.
Recipe Notes
Note 1: Rolls: Keep the rolls intact and slice them in half horizontally.
Note 2: Pepperoni and salami: We prefer deli-sliced pepperoni and salami. Since deli slices are larger, you’ll only need about 12 slices. If using smaller, packaged meats, you’ll need about 24. Adjust the quantity to your preference.
Note 3: Red peppers: If you’re not a fan, feel free to omit them. 8 oz is roughly one cup. Thoroughly drain and squeeze out extra moisture with a paper towel. Ensure they’re very dry before adding to sliders.
Note 2: Pepperoni and salami: We prefer deli-sliced pepperoni and salami. Since deli slices are larger, you’ll only need about 12 slices. If using smaller, packaged meats, you’ll need about 24. Adjust the quantity to your preference.
Note 3: Red peppers: If you’re not a fan, feel free to omit them. 8 oz is roughly one cup. Thoroughly drain and squeeze out extra moisture with a paper towel. Ensure they’re very dry before adding to sliders.Nutrition
Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 851mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 502IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 161mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
These sandwiches were ridiculously good! We made them for the Rose Bowl. My kids gobbled them up. I made a little dipping sauce with mayo and red wine vinegar rather than a marinara. 5 stars!
Just wondering if these can be made ahead of time or if you need to put them in the oven immediately?
I wouldn’t make them too far in advance. They are best baked right after being assembled 🙂 Enjoy!
I made these sliders last night and they were amazing. I did not buy Hawaiian rolls I made them. This is a new favorite! Thank you for sharing!
I’m so happy these were a hit! Thanks for the comment Stacy 🙂
Hi Chelsea!
I made these the other night and the flavor was amazing! The only trouble I had was that the bottoms of the sandwiches got soggy. Is that normal or did I mess something up?
Shouldn’t be soggy! Did you melt or soften the butter?
Hi Chelsea!
I am a new follower of yours, have tried 4 recipes over the past couple of weeks and have really enjoyed all of them! Thank you!! Wondering about this one…I made it tonight. Loved the seasonings and all of the ingredients, but the bottom of the rolls got soggy. Is that normal or did I screw something up? Any help would be much appreciated 🙂
Hi Kelly! I’m so glad you have you and I’m thrilled you’ve been enjoying my recipes! 🙂 The rolls shouldn’t be soggy; did you melt the butter or just soften it? And did you bake them for the full amount of time (uncovered for the last bit)?
Thanks so much for your reply and sorry for my delayed response! I followed the recipe exactly……one thing I thought of is that my roasted peppers seemed to have quite a bit of liquid on them when I added them to the sandwiches. I am wondering if the liquid from those dripped to the bottom of the pan and then made the bottom of the rolls soggy
Very good and easy to make
So happy you liked it! Thanks for the comment 🙂
These Italian Sliders look insanely good!!!
This looks fantastic!
Fantastic idea for the super bowl night. Easy, meaty and cheesy!
These are really good. Will make them again for Super Bowl game. thank you
So happy you enjoyed them!! Thanks for the comment Mary!