These Are The Best Homemade hot Italian sub sliders. They make an easy appetizer, lunch, or even a perfect party or game day finger food. With sweet Hawaiian slider rolls, spicy Italian meats, Italian seasoning, melty cheese, and zesty peppers, these warm sandwiches are irresistible.
I don’t know about you, but I am always looking for new appetizer recipes, especially when football season rolls around, and we are attending game day parties. These sliders have been a fan favorite every time I have made them, and everyone always asks me to bring them again! You will love the combination of the sweetness of the rolls, the spice of the Italian meats, and the flavor of the spices and peppers all baked together into warm, melty, delicious mini sandwiches! Not only is this hot Italian sub recipe perfect for parties, but it is also an easy lunch! You can serve it with whatever you want, and it’s easy to grab and go.
Making these Italian sub sliders is super easy and doesn’t take long at all. To start, cut all of your Hawaiian bread rolls in half and put the bottoms in your prepared baking dish. On top of those bottom halves, layer your ham, salami, pepperoni, and provolone. Top your meat and cheese with the sliced peppers. That’s it for the filling of your hot Italian sandwich – go ahead and put the tops of the buns on top of each sandwich. Now comes the part that really adds some flavor! Top your Hawaiian sliders with a mixture of melted butter, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Now they are ready to bake! Once they are done, serve them with a side of marinara. This hot Italian sub recipe will be ready to enjoy in no time at all!
Why You’ll Love This Hot Italian Sandwich Recipe
- These are a tasty variation of traditional slider sandwiches.
- These Italian slider sandwiches are warm, melty, and delicious.
- Italian sub sliders are easy to make.
- This hot Italian sub recipe has the perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and zesty flavors.
- Italian sub sliders are a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, lunch entree, or even on a grazing table.
Ingredients For Italian Sub Sliders
- 12 count Hawaiian slider rolls cut in half lengthwise
- 12 slices deli ham
- 12 slices deli salami
- 12 slices large pepperoni rounds
- 6-8 slices provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup roasted red pepper slices
- 1/2 cup banana peppers, sliced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 Tbsp. Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- marinara sauce for dipping
How to Make This Hot Italian Sandwich Recipe
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and lightly spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2: Cut Hawaiian rolls in half and place the bottom of buns in a prepared baking dish. Evenly layer your ham, salami, pepperoni and provolone over the top.
Step 3: Sprinkle roasted red peppers and banana peppers evenly over meat and cheese.
Step 4: Place the other half of Hawaiian rolls on top.
Step 5: In a small bowl combine melted butter, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Spoon mixture on top of rolls. Cover and place in a preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until warm through.
Step 6: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with a side of marinara sauce. Enjoy!
What to Serve/Pair with Hot Italian Sub Sliders
These sliders pair perfectly with a side of marinara sauce. If you are serving these for lunch instead of an appetizer, serve these Italian sub sliders with an Italian salad or a side of chips. You could even serve them with this Classic Macaroni Salad. Yum!
Popular Substitutions & Additions
If you aren’t a fan of Hawaiian rolls, there are so many variations now that you can use! I think that these hot Italian sliders would be delicious with pretzel bread slider rolls.
If you want some extra spice in this hot Italian sandwich recipe, try using pepper jack cheese, either in addition to or instead of the provolone.
If you have picky eaters in your house, feel free to leave out the peppers, or to only put them on half of the sliders.
Storage & Leftovers
These Italian sub sliders can be stored in the fridge if you have any left over. Make sure that they are completely sealed. You can reheat them in the microwave or the oven until they are warm. If these are stored properly, they will last for up to 3 days. Keep in mind that the bread may get a little soggy over time, but they will still be tasty!
FAQs
Where do I find Hawaiian rolls?
You can find Hawaiian rolls at just about any grocery store! In my grocery store, they are in the bakery section, not on the bread aisle.
Can I use Italian dressing on top of these sliders instead of the butter mixture?
I recommend the butter mixture. You really want the flavor of the butter, and the dressing would make them soggy. The butter also nicely browns the tops of the sliders in the oven.
Can I use different meats on these Italian sliders?
Sure! I’ve switched out the ham for turkey before. Use any combination of deli meats that you would like on a hot Italian sandwich.
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Best Homemade Hot Italian Sub Sliders
Ingredients
- 12 count Hawaiian slider rolls cut in half lengthwise
- 12 slices deli ham
- 12 slices deli salami
- 12 slices large pepperoni rounds
- 6-8 slices provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup roasted red pepper slices
- 1/2 cup banana peppers, sliced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 Tbsp. Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cut Hawaiian rolls in half and place bottom of buns in prepared baking dish. Evenly layer your ham, salami, pepperoni and provolone over the top.
- Sprinkle roasted red peppers and banana peppers evenly over meat and cheese.
- Place the other half of Hawaiian rolls on top.
- In a small bowl combine melted butter, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Spoon mixture on top of rolls. Cover and place in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until warm through.
- Remove from oven and serve immediately with a side of marinara sauce. Enjoy!
