Easy Cranberry Turkey Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls

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These butter-baked cranberry turkey sliders feature layers of turkey, cranberry sauce, and creamy white cheese sandwiched between sweet Hawaiian rolls.

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What Makes This Recipe Great?

These cranberry turkey sliders feature layers of turkey, cranberry sauce, and creamy white cheese sandwiched between sweet Hawaiian rolls and baked with a decadent butter sauce. A 30-minute sandwich appetizer that will be gobbled up in no time! 

Hawaiian rolls make everything better. A soft, sweet bread roll that jazzes up any meal. I especially love them because they are the perfect size for individual sliders filled with any kind of meat, cheese, and condiments you desire. And you know how I love sliders

Today I decided on cranberry turkey sliders because who says turkey and cranberry are only allowed in November? These decadent little sliders are brushed with a creamy, tangy melted butter sauce, and baked until just crisp and golden brown with a soft, chewy, melted middle filled with turkey, cheese, and a sweet cranberry sauce. 

The best part? You only need simple ingredients and 30 minutes to make these baked turkey sliders with Hawaiian rolls shine! This perfect party food is ideal for large groups, family get-togethers, or gathering to watch the big game. 

Ingredient Notes

recipe ingredients labeled
  • Thick-Cut deli sliced turkey: You can also use ham if preferred. If you have leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or a rotisserie chicken, that will work too. 
  • Swiss or Provolone cheese: Pick your favorite. White cheddar will also work. The key is to pick a mild, white cheese that melts well for a delicious creamy addition. 
  • Cranberry sauce: You can buy this or make your own with my easy recipe
  • Hawaiian Dinner Rolls: You can often find these at Costco or Samโ€™s club if you want to buy in bulk and make a big batch. 
  • Butter sauce: This is a combination of melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard, poppy seeds, and minced garlic. 

Recipe Step by Step

numbered step by step photos showing how to make turkey sliders with Hawaiian rolls
numbered step by step photos showing how to make turkey sliders with hawaiian rolls
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
  2. Cut the rolls in half and lay down the turkey in an even layer. Next spread the cranberry sauce over the turkey and top with Swiss or provolone cheese slices. Add the top layer of bread over the cheese.
  3.  In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire Sauce, and poppy seeds. Brush the top of the bread rolls with the butter mixture
  4.  Cover with foil and bake for 12 minutes. Remove the foil and bake another 10-12 minutes or until the top is brown. Make sure to keep an eye on them when you uncover them so they donโ€™t burn on top.
  5. Serve and enjoy!
an overhead shot of small turkey and cranberry sliders in rows and columns

Mac’s Pro Tip

Recipe Tips

  • Rolls: If Hawaiian rolls aren’t your preference, feel free to substitute them with another type of dinner roll. For those following a gluten-free diet, choose your preferred gluten-free dinner rolls.
  • Type of Meat: If you don’t have deli turkey available, feel free to replace it with ham, rotisserie chicken, or leftover turkey.
  • Dairy-Free Options: For individuals who are dairy-free, opt for vegan butter in the sauce and exclude the cheese.

Serving Tips

  • Serve these turkey and cheese sliders on an appetizer platter with a bowl of extra cranberry sauce for dipping, if desired.
  • You can also serve as a lunch alongside a pasta salad, garden salad, or chips. 

Storage Tips

  • Store leftover turkey sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the oven to crisp them up. 
sliders next to each other with one flipped over to show the middle

Recipe FAQs

What goes well with turkey sliders?ย 

You can serve them with any regular sandwich side: chips, potato salad, pasta salad, garden salad, fruit, and more!

Can I make these sliders ahead of time?ย 

Yes! You can assemble the sliders the day before without the butter sauce. When ready to bake, follow the steps for the butter sauce, and bake!ย 

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Cranberry Turkey Sliders

By: Ashley McCrary
These butter-baked cranberry turkey sliders feature layers of turkey, cranberry sauce, and creamy white cheese sandwiched between sweet Hawaiian rolls.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders

Ingredients  

  • 1 pound thick-cut deli turkey or ham
  • 6 large slices Swiss or Provolone cheese
  • 1 1/4 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1 12- package Hawaiian Dinner Rolls
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Poppy Seeds
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Cut the rolls in half and lay down the turkey in an even layer. Next spread the cranberry sauce over the turkey and top with Swiss or provolone cheese slices. Add the top layer of bread over the cheese.
  • ย In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and garlic, garlic, dijon mustard, Worcestershire Sauce, and poppy seeds. Brush the top of the bread rolls with the butter mixture
  • ย Cover with foil and bake for 12 minutes. Remove the foil and bake another 10-12 minutes or until the top is brown. Make sure to keep an eye on them when you uncover them so they donโ€™t burn on top.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Macโ€™s Pro Tips

If you donโ€™t want to use Hawaiian rolls, feel free to swap them out with another dinner roll. If you are gluten-free, find your favorite gluten-free dinner rolls.ย 
If you donโ€™t have deli turkey on hand, feel free to swap for ham, rotisserie chicken, or leftover turkey.ย 
If you are dairy free, use vegan butter for the sauce, and omit the cheese.ย 

Serving Tips

Serve these turkey and cheese sliders on an appetizer platter with a bowl of extra cranberry sauce for dipping, if desired.
You can also serve as a lunch alongside a pasta salad, garden salad, or chips.ย 

Storage Tips

Store leftover turkey sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the oven to crisp them up.ย 

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

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