Hot Italian Sub Sliders
Delicious mini sandwiches filled with savory meats, provolone cheese, and tangy peppers, all nestled in soft, sweet rolls. Perfect for parties or a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
For the Sliders
- 12 rolls 12 pack rolls, halved lengthwise (Kings Hawaiian rolls recommended) Use King's Hawaiian rolls for a sweet taste.
- 6 oz 6 oz package of ham, thinly sliced Choose high-quality deli ham.
- 5 oz 5 oz package of salami, thinly sliced Opt for thinly sliced salami for optimal layering.
- 5 oz 5 oz package of pepperoni, thinly sliced
- 9 slices 9 slices of provolone cheese Provolone adds a creamy texture.
- 1/3 cup 1/3 cup pepperoncini, sliced For added tanginess.
- 1/3 cup 1/3 cup pickled hot cherry peppers, sliced Adjust quantity based on heat preference.
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup salted butter, melted Melted for the garlic butter mixture.
- 1 tsp 1 tsp Italian seasoning Enhances flavor.
- 2 cloves 2 cloves garlic, crushed (fresh preferred) Garlic adds richness.
- 1 cup 1 cup marinara sauce For serving as a dip.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Lay the bottom halves of your rolls on a baking sheet or pan.
- Layer the thinly sliced ham across the rolls.
- Add a layer of salami followed by pepperoni, then top it with provolone cheese.
- Layer the hot cherry peppers and pepperoncini over the cheese.
- Replace the top halves of the rolls on the sliders.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, Italian seasoning, and crushed garlic.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the top of the sliders.
- Cover the sliders with aluminum foil and bake for about 30 minutes.
- Once baked and golden brown, allow to cool for a few minutes, then slice into individual sliders.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
For best results, use King's Hawaiian rolls for their sweetness. High-quality deli meats enhance the flavor, and garlic butter adds a crispy top. Store leftovers in an airtight container.