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Cuban Sandwich Sliders

January 30, 2017 By Katie Moseman 40 Comments

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Easy Cuban sandwich sliders made with ham, pork, cheese, mustard, and pickles, on soft dinner rolls.  Bake them for dinner or for a party!

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Cuban Sandwich Sliders

Thanks for joining me for this week’s #SundaySupper “Supper Bowl” event!  Today, I’m sharing a recipe for one of my favorite kinds of sandwiches: the Cuban sandwich.

I love Cuban sandwiches.  There used to be a fantastic Cuban restaurant not far from where I live, and I used to make excuses to drive through that area just so I could stop in and pick up a Cuban sandwich.  When that restaurant closed, I was left with the choice of driving a really long way to the next closest Cuban restaurant, or coming up with something I could make at home to satisfy my Cuban sandwich craving.

I’m lucky enough to be able to get Cuban bread at my local grocery store, so finding the necessary ingredients wasn’t a problem.  The problem came when I wanted to serve appetizer sized Cuban sandwiches to my family at a big get-together, but the Cuban bread loaves just didn’t divide up as easily as I would have liked.

The next time I made this recipe for a party, I decided to get a few bags of soft dinner rolls instead of Cuban bread.  Of course, dinner rolls aren’t as authentic as using actual Cuban bread, but they’re certainly a lot easier to cut into individual portions.

Not only can you make a large batch of these all at once, but you can also do the preparation ahead of time and then just pop them in the oven when you’re ready.  Perfect for any party, whether it’s a simple celebration or a lavish Big Game spread.

And thanks to Gallo Family Vineyards, I got to sample a Pinot Noir and a Chardonnay with these Cuban Sandwich Sliders.  With its notes of berries and cherries, the Pinot Noir made a very nice pairing, and the Chardonnay’s notes of citrus, vanilla, and oak were also a delicious match for these Cuban Sandwich Sliders.  If you’d like to try either of these wines, you can use this helpful store locator.

Cuban Sandwich Sliders with Gallo 3

I hope you’ll enjoy these little sliders as much as my family did.  And if you’re planning to feed a crowd any time soon, be sure to check out all the other #SundaySupper “Supper Bowl” Appetizers in this week’s event!  You’ll find the recipe links below this recipe.

In addition to appetizers, you might also like to have a dessert that you can prepare ahead of time so you don’t have to worry about it on the big day.  In that case, try these Make Ahead Brownies!  They’re not only simple, but they also keep well and taste delicious.

Cuban Sandwich Sliders Overhead

 

If you have leftover ham, you can make this kid-friendly charcuterie board.

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Cuban Sandwich Sliders

Satisfy your Cuban sandwich craving with these tasty little sliders! Oven baked sliders have never been easier or more delicious.
Course Entree
Cuisine Cuban
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 131 kcal
Author Katie Moseman

Ingredients

  • 1 dozen soft dinner rolls do not pull apart
  • 1/4 lb sliced Swiss cheese
  • 1/2 lb thin sliced sweet ham
  • 1/2 lb sliced roast pork
  • yellow mustard
  • dill pickle slices
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter softened

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400. Lay out two sheets of foil; each should be larger than one group of 6 rolls.
  2. Using a serrated knife, horizontally cut through each group of rolls, creating a top and a bottom. Open up both groups of rolls and spread mustard all over the inside of the top and the inside of the bottom. On each bottom, layer half of the sweet ham, then half of the sliced pork, then slices of swiss cheese, and finally a layer of sliced dill pickles. Replace the top halves of the rolls.
  3. Carefully turn each group of sliders over so that the bottom is facing upwards. Gently rub the softened butter all over the bottom of the sliders and down the sides. Once the bottom is buttered, flip each group of sliders directly onto its own piece of foil. Then rub the butter over the tops of the sliders and down the sides.
  4. Once the sliders are thoroughly coated, place another piece of foil over the top of each group, then pinch or roll the edges of the top and bottom foil to seal the sliders inside.
  5. Place both foil packets on a baking sheet. Bake for 8 minutes, then flip both packets over and bake for 5 more minutes. Remove from oven and let cool for 2 minutes before using your serrated knife to slice into individual sliders.

Recipe Notes

You can prepare the sliders ahead of time! Prepare the sliders (but don't bake them), and place the packets in the refrigerator until you're ready. Then follow the baking, cooling, and slicing instructions.

Nutrition Facts
Cuban Sandwich Sliders
Amount Per Serving
Calories 131 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 40mg13%
Sodium 252mg11%
Potassium 134mg4%
Protein 10g20%
Vitamin A 165IU3%
Calcium 78mg8%
Iron 0.3mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

You can learn more about Gallo Family Vineyards on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.  Plus, their website has helpful tips for hosting the Big Game , more great food and wine pairings for game day entertaining, and some football finger food recommendations that might just be perfect for your Big Game party.

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Compensation was provided by Gallo Family Vineyards via Sunday Supper, LLC. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author, and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Gallo Family Vineyards.
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  1. Renee

    January 25, 2015 at 6:44 am

    I love a good Cuban sandwich but sometimes they are just so big. I love this option for smaller ones. Great appetizer!

    Reply
  2. Michele @ Flavor Mosaic

    January 25, 2015 at 7:25 am

    I love these Cuban sliders! They would be perfect for the big game!

    Reply
  3. [email protected]

    January 25, 2015 at 8:28 am

    These would be a big hit with our crew for game day!

    Reply
  4. Liz

    January 25, 2015 at 9:51 am

    I had my first Cuban sandwich only 2 years ago—and still haven’t made my own. I love your sliders! All the same wonderful flavors in bite sized form—genius!

    Reply
    • Katie

      January 25, 2015 at 12:11 pm

      I had eaten Cuban sandwiches for years before attempting to make them. Now that I have, I wonder why I waited so long- they’re so easy!

      Reply
  5. Amy Kim (@kimchi_mom)

    January 25, 2015 at 9:56 am

    I love Cubanos and these minis are perfect!

    Reply
  6. Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers

    January 25, 2015 at 10:49 am

    Making Cuban sandwiches is on my foodie bucket list. Yours looks amazing and the bread looks so soft. I love it!

    Reply
    • Katie

      January 25, 2015 at 12:08 pm

      The bread is super soft! They are my very favorite bakery rolls from Publix.

      Reply
  7. Jennie @themessybakerblog

    January 25, 2015 at 12:03 pm

    The Cuban is my absolute favorite sammie. This is perfect for game day.

    Reply
  8. Marlene @Nosh My Way

    January 25, 2015 at 12:50 pm

    I clearly need to make myself a Cuban sandwich. it looks so delicious

    Reply
    • Katie

      January 25, 2015 at 1:20 pm

      Yes, clearly! 🙂 It’s so easy, too!

      Reply
  9. Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

    January 25, 2015 at 1:51 pm

    Ohhh I love this appetizer sized sammie!! YUM!

    Reply
  10. Shaina

    January 25, 2015 at 2:56 pm

    Sliders are always a great choice for party food!

    Reply
  11. Lauren @ Sew You Think You Can Cook

    January 25, 2015 at 4:23 pm

    The way you “press” these is genius. A good Cuban can be hard to find – but making your own isn’t!

    Reply
  12. Hezzi-D

    January 25, 2015 at 4:40 pm

    My husband loves Cubans and I can’t wait to make him these sliders!

    Reply
  13. Alida

    January 25, 2015 at 8:29 pm

    Cubans are one of my husband’s favorites…he will love these! (well, we all will!) 🙂

    Reply
  14. Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips

    January 25, 2015 at 10:49 pm

    Love taking a tasty sammie and making it bite sized – so fun!

    Reply
  15. Katie

    January 26, 2015 at 10:10 am

    Well, Cuban sandwiches are a signature dish around the Tampa area, so I know how awesome the flavors are! So so good…

    Reply
  16. Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons

    January 26, 2015 at 9:47 pm

    I LOVE a good Cuban sandwich. And even if the dinner rolls aren’t necessarily authentic, they are adorable and perfect for sharing. As long as there is plenty of yellow mustard, I’m all in!

    Reply
  17. Renée ♥ The Good Hearted Woman

    January 28, 2015 at 9:57 am

    Little appetizer sandwiches are a great addition to practically every occasion, so I will definitely be keeping these in mind. We make our own pickles, and they would be perfect for these!

    Reply
    • Katie

      January 28, 2015 at 10:44 am

      Wow, homemade pickles! I’d love to try that sometime. Most of the ones in the store have food dye in them- I was really surprised by that.

      Reply
  18. Jen

    January 30, 2015 at 1:01 am

    I’ve never had a Cuban sandwich, slider, etc. Maybe I should try this…

    Reply
  19. Tammy

    April 3, 2015 at 12:06 pm

    Simple and oh so delicious! Love cuban sandwiches 🙂

    Reply
  20. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle

    January 30, 2017 at 1:17 pm

    5 stars
    Those look so good! I love the ingredients, the flavor, and how easy they are to make. Thanks for sharing these.

    Reply
  21. Pinkoddy

    January 30, 2017 at 4:32 pm

    I have never had a cuban sandwich slider but they look and sound tasty. I like how they can be prepared ahead of time and kept in the fridge.

    Reply
  22. Jennifer Van Huss

    January 30, 2017 at 7:28 pm

    5 stars
    I had never heard of a Cuban sandwich before!! It sounds delicious! It is the perfect snack for SUPER BOWL SUNDAY!! My husband would love it!

    Reply
  23. Karissa @WithOurBest (@withourbest)

    January 30, 2017 at 7:53 pm

    I was just thinking about making mini sammies for the superbowl party we are headed to. I guess I ran across this post at the perfect time! I now know what I’ll be making!

    Reply
  24. Ann Bacciaglia

    January 30, 2017 at 10:13 pm

    These Cuban Sliders look so delicious and easy to make. I will have to give this recipe a try this weekend.

    Reply
  25. Ann Bacciaglia

    January 30, 2017 at 10:14 pm

    My family is going to love these. I will have to get the ingredients I need to make some this weekend. I am sure it will be a big hit.

    Reply
  26. ricci

    January 31, 2017 at 1:34 am

    I love a good slider and these look so yummy!! I will have to try these the next time I have a party!

    Reply
  27. Dogvills

    January 31, 2017 at 2:46 am

    I love making sliders using dinner rolls. I haven’t tried making a Cuban sandwich. I’ll give this a try one of these days.

    Reply
  28. Kathy

    January 31, 2017 at 12:55 pm

    These look great. Sliders are the best! Perfect for parties too. I’ll have to give this one a try next.

    Reply
  29. uprunforlife

    January 31, 2017 at 2:49 pm

    5 stars
    These sliders sound perfect for Super Bowl sunday. I will have to pick up the ingredients this week so that we can have sliders for dinner.

    Reply
  30. kendall

    January 31, 2017 at 3:37 pm

    Oh, yum – yum – yum! I am so hungry now! These look absolutely incredible!

    Reply
  31. Jay Simms

    January 31, 2017 at 5:05 pm

    Oh now this looks delicious! I am going to have to cook it for my kids this Sunday! They would love it.

    Reply
  32. My Teen Guide

    January 31, 2017 at 7:14 pm

    5 stars
    oh my goodness! I think this is my kind of breakfast! I’m going to make this today, it looks so fantastic.

    Reply
  33. E H

    February 1, 2017 at 3:30 am

    This recipe sounds divine! I have always wanted to learn how to make a great Cuban sandwich – and now I know!

    Reply
  34. Lynndee

    February 1, 2017 at 8:39 am

    I’ve never had a Cuban sandwich before, but we love sandwiches over here so I’ve got to make some soon. Thanks for sharing such an easy recipe!

    Reply
  35. Terri Beavers

    February 1, 2017 at 9:32 am

    5 stars
    Those look so delicious. I’ve never made sliders before but I’m on the hunt for recipes so I can make some.

    Reply
  36. EFDogs

    April 21, 2020 at 3:44 pm

    looks so delicious

    Reply

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