Cranberry Turkey Sliders
These Turkey Cranberry Sliders are the easiest no-fuss appetizer for the holidays. Plus they're a great way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these are a recipe we guarantee your guests will eat up these sliders in seconds, they're that good!
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 240kcal
Ingredients
- 12 ounce package King's Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1 pound sliced deli turkey or leftover cooked turkey
- 6 ounces sliced or shredded Swiss cheese
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup apricot jam
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh sage
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard divided
- 4 tablespoons salted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Without separating them, slice the package of sweet rolls in half horizontally. Place the bottom half in a baking dish.
- Spread cranberry sauce over the bottom halves.
- Top with turkey and Swiss cheese evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, apricot jam, sage, and 1 tablespoon of the Dijon mustard. Spread on the top inside half of the rolls. Place sauce side down on the sliders.
- In a small bowl, combine butter, remaining Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and onion powder. Mix well. Brush evenly over the top of the rolls. Sprinkle poppy seeds on top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown.
Notes
Pro Tips and Substitutions
- Optional Flavor Additions. Add a layer of leftover stuffing or dressing for more festive flavor. You can also serve leftover gravy on the side for dipping.
- Cheese Variations. Instead of Swiss, you can use brie, havarti cheese, Gruyère, Provolone cheese, cheddar cheese or mozzarella.
- Homemade or Store-bought Cranberry Sauce. I've made these with both and both are delicious! Our favorite store-bought is the whole berry cranberry sauce from Williams Sonoma. I've also made it with Spicy Cranberry Salsa.
- Meat Alternatives. Swap the turkey for ham, chicken, or even roast beef.
- Sweetener Substitutes. Use honey or maple syrup in the butter topping for a different sweetness.
- Poppyseed Options. Don't have any on hand? You can simply omit them. You can also substitute them with everything but the bagel seasoning.
Make ahead and Storage tips
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving. Cranberry turkey sliders can be made ahead, covered, and refrigerated until ready to bake and serve. We don’t recommend freezing them due to the bread and cheese texture being compromised.Nutrition
Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 310mg | Potassium: 129mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 171IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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