Ham and Cheese Breakfast Sliders (Sweet, Savory, Pull-Apart Goodness)

Ham and cheese breakfast sliders are the brunch hero. Fluffy scrambled eggs. Salty ham. Melty Swiss cheese. Buttery Hawaiian rolls. Baked until golden. Perfect for feeding a crowd, breakfast on the go, or “I need food now.” 20 minutes. Gone in 5.

Ingredients

Makes 12 sliders.

  • 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls (or slider buns), attached in a block
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 slices deli ham (or about ½ lb / 225g)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese (or provolone)

For the Garlic Butter Topping:

  • ¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp poppy seeds or everything bagel seasoning (optional)
  • 1 tsp dried parsley (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 baking dish.

Step 2: Scramble Eggs

  1. Whisk eggs and milk with salt and pepper. Scramble in a skillet over medium heat until just set (don’t overcook).

Step 3: Prepare Buns

  1. Without separating individual rolls, slice the entire block of buns horizontally (top and bottom slab). Place bottom slab in the baking dish.

Step 4: Assemble

  1. Layer ham, scrambled eggs, and Swiss cheese on the bottom slab. Place top bun slab over everything.

Step 5: Butter & Bake

  1. Mix melted butter, mustard, poppy seeds, and parsley. Brush over tops of buns.
  2. Cover with foil. Bake 10 minutes. Remove foil and bake 5-7 more minutes until golden and cheese is melted.

Step 6: Serve

  1. Pull apart. Serve warm. Sweet, savory, pull-apart perfection.

Summary

Prep Time: 10 min | Bake Time: 17 min | Total: 27 min

Yield: 12 sliders | Difficulty: Easy

Storage Notes

Fridge: 3 days. Reheat in oven or air fryer at 350°F for 8-10 minutes. Not freezer-friendly (eggs get rubbery). Great for brunch parties and busy mornings — assemble ahead and bake fresh.

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