Sliders are just such fun little sandwiches. They’re kid-friendly, perfect for game day, and make a great lunch or dinner. These easy air fryer ham and cheese sliders on tasty Hawaiian pretzel rolls come together in under 10 minutes!
Why You Want This Recipe
The classic ham and cheese sandwich gets amped up in an easy to hold version thanks to these sliders. It’s a great way to use up leftover holiday ham from Christmas, Easter, or any other celebration! However, it works equally well with deli ham too.
This crowd pleasing slider recipe comes together in less than 10 minutes, making it easy to make anytime for lunch, an appetizer board, or your game day spread.
If you love these sliders, make sure to check out these awesome air fryer turkey sliders, which are great for those Thanksgiving leftovers!
What You’ll Need
- 1 package of Hawaiian pretzel slider rolls (such as Kings Hawaiian)
- 3 slices spiral ham (or about ½ pound deli ham)
- 4 slices swiss cheese
- 3 Tbsp garlic aioli
- 1 Tbsp butter, melted
- ½ Tbsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
Tips & Variations on Ingredients
- Rolls. You can use regular Hawaiian slider rolls (not pretzel) or even non-Hawaiian rolls if preferred
- Cheese. Cheddar is a good substitute if you don’t like swiss, as it goes well with ham
- Aioli. You can use regular mayonnaise and add ½ tsp garlic powder if needed
- Sauce mix. If you use non-Hawaiian rolls, add 1 tsp brown sugar for sweetness. You can also add other seasonings like everything bagel mix, poppyseeds, onion flakes, or others to your liking (we just hate poppyseeds getting stuck in our teeth!)
How to Make Hawaiian Pretzel Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Sliders
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F
- Slice your Hawaiian pretzel sliders in half horizontally (if needed) to create top and bottom bun halves. If you can’t fit the entire loaf of sliders in your air fryer basket at once, cut vertically into smaller sections
- To the bottom buns, spread 3 Tbsp garlic aioli evenly
- Top the aioli with 3 slices of spiral ham, evenly distributed
- Place swiss cheese slices on top of ham
- Combine melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and onion powder in a small bowl
- Brush the cut side of the top buns with the butter mixture
- Place the top buns on top of the cheese to create sandwiches
- Add the sliders to your preheated air fryer basket
- Cook sliders on air fry setting for 5-7 minutes at 350°F, or until cheese is melted and buns are toasted
- Remove from the air fryer, cut into slider sections, and serve!
What to Serve With Ham and Cheese Sliders
- Grilled pineapple
- Hash browns (such as Trader Joe’s Hash Browns)
- Onion Rings
- Potato salad
- Pasta salad
- Chips
- Fries (such as Butternut Squash Fries)
- Mac and Cheese (or Mac and Cheese Bites)
- Macaroni Salad
- Deviled Eggs
- Coleslaw
- Pickles
- Green salad
- Creamed corn (or Corn Casserole)
Recipe FAQs
How Long to Cook Ham and Cheese Sliders in the Air Fryer?
Ham and cheese sliders should cook for about 5-8 minutes on average in an air fryer.
This can vary based on the filling type and thickness, as well as the temperature and power of your air fryer.
How to Reheat Sliders in the Air Fryer?
Reheat sliders in the air fryer for 3-5 minutes at 350°F.
If you don’t want them to brown any further, wrap them in foil first before placing them in the air fryer basket.
Can Sliders Be Prepared the Day Before?
You can prepare sliders the day before. However, do not apply the butter on the buns when preparing. Add it just before you’re ready to cook them.
This will prevent the buns from getting soggy while being stored.
Recipe Tips From the Pros
- If you’d like to make the sliders pull-apart instead of cutting them, trim the ham and cheese slices to fit each bun ahead of time
- I don’t add butter mixture to the top of the pretzel rolls because you’ll ruin the pretzel salt if you do that
- This recipe easily doubles (or more) to feed a crowd
- 5 minutes was perfect in my Ninja Foodi Dual Zone air fryer, however times may vary slightly with other air fryers
More Air Fryer Ham Recipes to Try Out
- Mini Ham and Cheese Quiche
- Hot Ham and Cheese Bagel Sandwich
- Sweet Glaze Ham Steak
- Toasty Air Fryer Hot Pockets
- Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
Final Thoughts
These air fryer ham and cheese sliders on Hawaiian pretzel rolls are so easy to make, you’ll want them in your regular rotation! They’re perfect for using up leftover holiday ham, but great anytime even with deli meat.
Satisfy your fast food craving by cooking frozen White Castle sliders in the air fryer!
Make sure to check out our best air fryer slider recipes for some other great versions to try!
Easy Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Sliders on Hawaiian Pretzel Rolls
Equipment
- Bread knife
- Pastry brush (or similar)
Ingredients
- 11 ounce Package Hawaiian pretzel slider rolls (such as Kings Hawaiian)
- 3 slices Spiral ham (or about 1/2 pound deli ham)
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 3 tbsp Garlic aioli
- 1 tbsp Salted butter melted
- 1/2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp Onion powder
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F
- Slice your Hawaiian pretzel sliders in half horizontally (if needed) to create top and bottom bun halves. If you can’t fit the entire loaf of sliders in your air fryer basket at once, cut vertically into smaller sections
- To the bottom buns, spread garlic aioli evenly
- Top the aioli with slices of spiral ham, evenly distributed
- Place swiss cheese slices on top of ham
- Combine melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and onion powder in a small bowl
- Brush the cut side of the top buns with the butter mixture
- Place the top buns on top of the cheese to create sandwiches
- Add the sliders to your preheated air fryer basket
- Cook sliders on air fry setting for 5-7 minutes at 350°F, or until cheese is melted and buns are toasted
- Remove from the air fryer, cut into slider sections, and serve!
Notes
- You can use regular Hawaiian slider rolls (not pretzel) or even non-Hawaiian rolls if preferred. If you use non-Hawaiian rolls, add 1 tsp brown sugar to your mustard sauce for sweetness
- Cheddar is a good substitute if you don’t like swiss, as it goes well with ham
- You can use regular mayonnaise and add ½ tsp garlic powder in place of the aioli
- Feel free to adjust or add other seasonings like everything bagel mix, poppyseeds, onion flakes, or anything else you like
- If you’d like to make the sliders pull-apart instead of cutting them, trim the ham and cheese slices to fit each bun ahead of time
- I don’t add butter mixture to the top of the pretzel rolls because you’ll ruin the pretzel salt if you do that, but feel free to if you’re using regular Hawaiian rolls
- This recipe easily doubles (or more) to feed a crowd
- 5 minutes was perfect in my Ninja Foodi Dual Zone air fryer, however times may vary slightly with other air fryers
- Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand of ingredients, substitutions, sides, and quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only
Nutrition
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My cooking philosophy is that great tasting food doesn't have to be complicated or time consuming to make. I'm a home cook with over 20 years of experience feeding myself and others. I've learned from a variety of different people, things I've learned online, and some trial and error as well.
I enjoy cooking a variety of foods, from convenience to comfort foods, as well as international cuisine. You can rest assured that all of my recipes have been actually made, thoroughly tested, and most importantly: tasted! I want you to enjoy my food as much as I do!
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