Description

These Crispy Prosciutto and Cheese Sliders are a deliciously savory snack or appetizer featuring layers of melted provolone cheese, crispy prosciutto, and optional fresh greens, all nestled in soft slider buns and brushed with a flavorful garlic herb butter. Baked to golden perfection, these sliders combine crispy, cheesy, and buttery textures making them an ultimate crowd-pleaser perfect for parties or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

Slider Assembly

12 slider buns
8 ounces sliced provolone cheese
8 ounces crispy prosciutto
Fresh arugula or spinach (optional, about 1 cup)

Butter Mixture

½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs (such as oregano or basil)
¼ teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to fully preheat to ensure even baking.
Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
Assemble Slider Bottoms: Slice the slider buns horizontally and place the bottom halves in the baking dish, arranging them evenly.
Layer Cheese: Evenly distribute slices of provolone cheese over the bottom bun halves to create a cheesy base layer.
Add Crispy Prosciutto: Layer the crispy prosciutto slices evenly across the cheese. For extra freshness and crunch, optionally add a handful of arugula or spinach over the prosciutto.
Top with More Cheese: Add another layer of provolone cheese on top of the prosciutto and greens to encase the filling.
Add Top Buns: Place the top halves of the slider buns over the layered fillings, completing the slider sandwich.
Prepare Garlic Herb Butter: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, and black pepper thoroughly to create a flavorful brushing mixture.
Brush the Sliders: Generously brush the butter mixture over the tops of the slider buns using a pastry brush to enhance flavor and browning.
Cover with Foil: Tent the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to keep the sliders moist and ensure the cheese melts evenly during baking.
Bake: Place the covered dish into the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the buns develop a golden brown crust.
Serve Warm: Remove the sliders from the oven, let them cool for a few minutes, then slice between buns and serve warm to enjoy the melty, crispy goodness.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can briefly broil the sliders uncovered for 1-2 minutes after baking but watch closely to prevent burning.
Use fresh prosciutto and ensure it is crisped beforehand for the best texture contrast.
These sliders can be assembled a few hours in advance and baked just before serving.
Substitute provolone with mozzarella or fontina cheese for variation.
Adding fresh greens like arugula or spinach is optional but adds freshness and a slight peppery note.