Ham & Apple Butter Sliders Recipe
Savor the perfect balance of sweet and savory with our Ham & Apple Butter Sliders. Tender, smoky ham is nestled between soft, freshly baked slider buns, topped with a luscious spread of house-made apple butter. Each bite bursts with flavor, combining the richness of the ham with the sweet, fruity notes of apple, creating a delightful taste sensation that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Ingredients
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General
Apple Butter
Sliders
Method
Prepare Apple Butter
- 1
Cook the Apples
Peel, core, and chop 6 medium apples. Place them in a large saucepan over medium heat with 1/2 cup of apple cider or water. Cover and cook until the apples are very soft, about 20-25 minutes.
- 2
Blend and Season
Use an immersion blender or transfer the cooked apples to a blender to puree until smooth. Return the puree to the saucepan. Stir in 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Simmer uncovered over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 1-2 hours or until thick and dark in color.
- 3
Cool the Apple Butter
Remove the apple butter from heat. Let it cool, then transfer to a jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Assemble Sliders
- 4
Prep the Buns
Slice 12 slider buns in half horizontally and place the bottom halves in a baking dish.
- 5
Layer the Ham
Place a layer of sliced deli-style smoked ham evenly on the bottom halves of the slider buns.
- 6
Spread Apple Butter
Spread about 1 tablespoon of the prepared apple butter on the inside of each top bun half.
- 7
Top the Sliders
Place the apple butter-coated top buns onto the ham-covered bottom buns to complete the sliders.
Bake the Sliders
- 8
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cover the baking dish with foil and bake the sliders for 10-15 minutes, until heated through and the buns are lightly toasted.
Serve
- 9
Serve the Ham & Apple Butter Sliders warm, optionally garnished with fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for added flavor.
