Sliders with ham, Swiss cheese, and a tangy cherry glaze for flavorful, easy entertaining.
# What You'll Need:
→ Sliders
01 - 12 slider buns (Hawaiian or brioche)
02 - 12 slices deli ham (9 ounces)
03 - 12 slices Swiss cheese
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Cherry Glaze
05 - 1/2 cup cherry preserves
06 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
07 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Garnish (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
# Directions:
01 - Set the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
02 - Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
03 - Slice slider buns horizontally and arrange the bottom halves in the baking dish.
04 - Layer each bun bottom with a slice of ham followed by a slice of Swiss cheese, then cover with the top halves.
05 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine cherry preserves, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and heated through, about 3 minutes.
06 - Evenly apply melted butter over the tops of the assembled buns.
07 - Generously spoon or brush the prepared cherry glaze over the tops of the sliders.
08 - Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes.
09 - Remove the foil and bake an additional 8 to 10 minutes until tops are golden and cheese has melted.
10 - Remove from oven, let cool for 3 to 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
11 - Present the sliders warm for best enjoyment.
