Corned Beef Sliders

Corned Beef Sliders are full of flavor and the ultimate comfort food that leave your taste buds wanting more. These mini sandwiches are easy to prepare and the perfect party appetizer, game-day snack, or even a weeknight dinner.

The tender corned beef, gooey cheese, and tangy topping are served on a soft slider bun create an irresistible bite-sized treat for everyone to enjoy. You can even experiment with variations like this classic Reuben slider or check out our Easy Sliders of all Kinds for more delicious sliders recipes.

These corned beef sandwiches were inspired by my turkey and cheese sliders and air fryer ham and cheese sliders recipe on this site, and pairs well with these amazing side dishes in What to Serve with Reuben Sliders. Also check out our Condiment Recipes for a variety of flavors that make an already delicious dish taste even better!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Corned beef sliders are perfect for various occasions, whether you're hosting a party or just need a quick weeknight meal. They're the ideal size for snacking, sharing, or enjoying on their own.
• Making these delicious sliders is super easy and one bite of these sliders and you'll be hooked. The combination of tender corned beef, melty cheese, tangy dressing, and crunchy sauerkraut means each mouthful is full of flavor.

Ingredients

To create mouthwatering Corned Beef Sliders, you will need the following ingredients:

• Sweet Hawaiian Rolls - Hawaiian rolls are a popular choice for making sliders, but you can also use dinner rolls or any small buns that are readily available at your local grocery store. You could also use rye bread for that matter.
• Butter - Melted butter adds a hint of richness to the sliders and helps achieve a deliciously golden crust on the rolls when baked.
• Swiss Cheese Slices - Swiss cheese not only adds flavor but also creates a gooey texture that complements the corned beef perfectly.
• Thinly Sliced Corned Beef - Use leftover corned beef or thinly sliced corned beef from your deli counter. Make sure to slice it thin, removing any large fatty pieces. Check out our easy Air Fryer Corned Beef or Instant Pot Corned Beef if you want to make your own corned beef. You can also use another meat like pastrami, roast beef, or even pulled pork as a substitute for corned beef if you prefer.
• Sauerkraut - Adding sauerkraut to your sliders brings a tangy element that offers a delicious contrast to the rich flavors of the corned beef and Swiss cheese. Use store-bought or our Homemade Sauerkraut. You can also use a creamy cabbage coleslaw on top of your sliders to add a delightful crunch to your corned beef. Simply shred cabbage, yourself or use a ready-made coleslaw blend and toss the cabbage in a coleslaw dressing.
• Thousand Island Dressing - Combines the creaminess of mayonnaise with the sweet tang of ketchup and the addition of sweet pickle relish. You can also use Russian dressing (which is basically thousand island with horseradish) or our homemade Reuben Dressing instead if you prefer. Other options include dijon mustard with mayonnaise, whole grain mustard, flavored mayo, ketchup, horseradish aioli or creamy garlic dressing. All work great.
• Garlic Powder - Sprinkling a small amount of garlic powder on top of your sliders tastes great but you can use onion powder instead, if preferred.
• Poppy Seeds - Use sesame seeds, flaked sea salt, or everything bagel seasoning instead.

See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.

Substitutions and Variations

Don't have the correct ingredients on hand? Or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change this easy corned beef sliders recipe.

• Spicy: Add a bit of chili pepper flakes, diced jalapeno pepper, our jalapeno powder, smoked jalapeno powder, or chipotle powder to the dressing for a bit of heat. You can also serve up our homemade hot pepper sauce on the table as well.

Instructions

So easy to make you won't believe it.

Cut tops of rolls off. Place bottoms into a greased baking dish. Spread butter over bottom layer of rolls. Place 6 slices of cheese on top of butter.

Spread sliced corned beef evenly over top of cheese. In a small bowl, combine sauerkraut and thousand island dressing.

Spread mixture over top of corned beef. Add remaining 6 slices of cheese over sauerkraut mixture.

Place tops of rolls on top of cheese. Melt remaining butter and brush it over top of sliders.

Sprinkle garlic powder and poppy seeds on top. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and tops of rolls are a bit crunchy. Using a bread knife slice into individual sandwiches before serving.

Tip: If you let the buns soak up the buttery glaze without putting them in the oven immediately your sliders will be soggy.

If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy our turkey burger sliders, Leftover Turkey Cranberry Sliders, jalapeno cheeseburger sliders with spicy mayo, crack chicken sliders, slow cooker beef curry, BBQ Meatball Sliders or BBQ chicken pulled chicken sliders.

Storage

Refrigerator:

Leftover sliders can be stored in an airtight container or wrapped in foil in the refrigerator for up to two days.

Freezer:

Make sure your Corned Beef Sliders are completely cooled before attempting to freeze them. Placing warm sliders in the freezer can cause condensation to form, leading to soggy buns when you reheat them.

Next, wrap each slider individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil This helps to prevent freezer burn and maintains the integrity of each slider. Once wrapped, store the sliders together in a large, resealable plastic freezer bag or airtight container.

Reheat:

Simply place them in the oven until heated through and the cheese is melted.

If frozen, place the sliders in their container on a plate and let them thaw in the refrigerator for about 12 hours, slowly and evenly.

Alternatively, you can use your microwave's defrost setting to thaw the sliders. Place them on a microwave-safe plate and defrost for a few minutes, being careful not to overheat or cook them during the process.

Once your Corned Beef Sliders have thawed, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and place them on a sheet pan or baking dish. Cover the sliders loosely with aluminum foil and bake. This will help retain moisture and prevent them from drying out. Reheat the sliders for approximately 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the meat is heated through.

Make Ahead:

You can prepare the corned beef and coleslaw in advance, and then assemble the sliders and bake when you're ready to serve.

What to Serve with Corned Beef Sliders

Incorporate these serving suggestions with your corned beef sliders to create a memorable, delicious meal your family and friends will love.

• Fajita Nachos with Steak or Italian Nachos
• Fresh Salad
• What to Serve with Reuben Sliders
• Copycat Air Fried Taco Bell Nacho Fries, Mashed Potato Fries or Pulled Pork Fries
• Frozen Sweet Potato Fries with a delicious dipping sauce from best dips for any occasion
• Air Fryer Cabbage or Slow Cooker Corn on the Cob.

Tips

Here are some tips to help you create the perfect sliders:

• Pick soft dinner rolls as they are the perfect size for sliders and will make your sandwiches easier to hold and eat.
• Assemble your sliders neatly and secure them with toothpicks to make them visually appealing and easy to grab.
• If you let the buns soak up the buttery glaze without putting them in the oven immediately your sliders will be soggy.

FAQ

Do you have questions about corned beef sliders. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about them.

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