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    Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders

    October 1, 2018 by Emily Cooper 1 Comment

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    These Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders made with a sticky sweet pineapple glaze is a must-make appetizer. Be everyone's favorite person for game day!

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    Oh. My. Gosh.

    I am one part grateful, one part ashamed that it took me THIS long to experience the greatness of these party ham and cheese sliders. I'm 98% confident I could polish off a dozen of these before I realize I polished off a dozen sandwiches. THAT good.

     

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    True fact, I know putting fruit on pizza is a hot debate these days, but hey, call me a radical in the name of sweet and salty unity.

    I mean, who doesn't have the image of a pineapple ring and maraschino cherry studded spiral of a ham front and center on the family holiday table? Let's face it, even the Grinch had that going for him. You best believe those rings of salt-infused fruit are coveted each and every year, and I come in swingin'. Every man, woman, and child for themselves.

    This way is a little more generous. That is, if I can stop myself from eating them in time.

    Why I love these Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders:

    • They're (a little) bit healthier. I mean, I wouldn't go as far as putting them in the same category as kale smoothies and turmeric lattes, but they are a little bit leaner than the original. I only used a tablespoon vs the traditional ½ cup of butter, and nixed the mayo. Plus, there's a serving of fruit..if you eat about 6 of these.
    • They are super easy to make. Not to mention supah quick to make. This kinda puts them in that 'dangerously delicious' category.
    • They're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Game day. Holiday. Any day. I can say with confidence these won't make it past the first commercial break.

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    More crowd-pleasing appetizers:

    Buffalo Chicken Baked Sweet Potato Skins

    Seven Layer Burrito Bowl Dip

    Baked Pasta Fries

    Baked Coconut Shrimp Cups

     

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    Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders


    • Author: Sinful Nutrition
    • Total Time: 25 minutes
    • Yield: 1 dozen sandwiches 1x
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    These Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders made with a sticky sweet pineapple glaze is a must-make appetizer. Be everyone's favorite person for game day!


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 1 dozen Hawaiian sweet rolls
    • 8 ounces sliced Swiss cheese ( about 1 cup)
    • 8 ounces Frick's hickory smoked sliced ham, chopped (about 2 cups)
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 2 tablespoons cold water
    • ½ tablespoon cornstarch
    • 1 ( 8 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice
    • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
    • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    2. Slice rolls in half, and arrange in oven-safe baking dish.
    3. Add ham and cheese, and replace tops of rolls.
    4. In a small bowl, whisk together cold water and cornstarch. Set aside.
    5. Heat a small saucepan over medium heat, and add remaining ingredients.
    6. When mixture starts to slowly bubble, reduce heat to low, and add cornstarch mixture, stirring constantly for 1 minute.
    7. Remove from heat once mixtures starts to thicken, and pour over prepared sandwiches.
    8. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
    9. Slice into 12 sandwiches before serving.

    Notes

    • If you want more pineapple flavor, add a sliced pineapple ring to each sandwich before baking.
    • This can easily be doubled to serve a larger crowd.
    • You can use chia seeds instead of poppy seeds. No one will know!
    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: appetizer
    • Method: baking

    Keywords: appetizer, sliders, sandwiches, ham, pineapple, swiss cheese, Hawaiian

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    1. Kaleigh - Lively Table

      October 01, 2018 at 7:57 am

      These are so perfect for game days!

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