Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Cranberry Sliders
Transform your holiday leftovers into delectable turkey cranberry sliders that are easy to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or sliced
- 6 slices Swiss cheese or provolone cheese, halved
- 12 pieces slider rolls or mini brioche buns
- 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice slider rolls in half horizontally and place the bottom halves in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.
- Spread the mayonnaise mixture over the cut sides of the bottom rolls.
- Layer shredded turkey over the mayonnaise spread.
- Add cranberry sauce over the turkey.
- Place halved cheese slices over the cranberry sauce.
- Add the top halves of the rolls.
Baking
- Mix melted butter with garlic powder, onion powder, poppy seeds, and parsley.
- Brush the mixture over the tops of the slider rolls.
- Cover baking dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Let sliders cool for a minute before slicing.
Notes
Serve sliders warm. They can be paired with chips, fresh veggies, or a light salad. Consider offering dipping sauces for variety. Store leftovers wrapped in plastic wrap or foil in an airtight container for 3-4 days.