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Game Day Turkey Sliders

April 09, 2024
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Forget boring sandwiches—these turkey sliders bring the heat and the sweet! Perfect for game day, pool parties, or just spicing up a Tuesday night, these little flavor bombs will disappear faster than you can say “pass the napkins!” These sliders aren’t just food—they’re a party starter. With melty Colby Jack cheese, tender turkey, and a bold, spicy mustard kick from our Scorching Afternoon seasoning, every bite is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and fiery flavor. Whether you’re feeding a hungry crowd or just want to turn dinner into something way more exciting, these sliders are about to become your go-to move.
Delicious Game Day Turkey Sliders stacked on a plate, ready to spice up your next gathering!
Feeds 6-8
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
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Scorching Afternoon

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Ingredients

  • ½ stick (55g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons honey (or swap for brown sugar if you like a deeper sweetness)
  • 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Scorching Afternoon (Spicy Mustard Seasoning)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ¾ pound deli-sliced roasted turkey
  • ¾ pound Colby Jack cheese, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat & prep
    Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9 or 7×11-inch baking dish (a 9×13 works too if that’s what you’ve got).

  2. Make the butter glaze
    In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, Dijon mustard, honey (or brown sugar), poppy seeds, garlic powder, Scorching Afternoon seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth and well blended.

  3. Slice & layer
    Using a serrated knife, carefully slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping the tops and bottoms connected. Place the bottom half in your prepared baking dish.

  4. Spread the love
    Spread mayonnaise evenly over the bottom rolls.

  5. Layer up
    Pile on half the turkey, all of the Colby Jack cheese, then the rest of the turkey. Crown it with the top half of the rolls.

  6. Glaze & bake
    Brush the butter mixture generously over the tops (or pour it evenly over). Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.

  7. Golden finish
    Remove foil and bake uncovered for 10 more minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is deliciously melty.

  8. Serve hot
    Slice into individual sliders and serve immediately—good luck keeping hands off them before they hit the plate!

These Scorching Afternoon Spicy Mustard Turkey Sliders aren’t just sliders—they’re edible fireworks. With the sweet softness of Hawaiian rolls, savory turkey, gooey cheese, and that fiery mustard kick, they’re guaranteed to steal the spotlight at any gathering.

Pro Tip

  • Sweet swap: Honey brings a floral sweetness, but brown sugar gives a caramelized depth—try both and see which team you’re on.
  • Cheese play: Not a Colby Jack fan? Swap in pepper jack for even more kick, or provolone for melty smoothness.
  • Make ahead: Assemble earlier in the day, refrigerate, and just bake before serving. Perfect for parties.
  • Crowd tip: Double the recipe if you’re feeding a ravenous crew. These sliders vanish fast.

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Game Day Turkey Sliders

April 09, 2024

Featured Flavor Scorching Afternoon
Feeds6-8
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Forget boring sandwiches—these turkey sliders bring the heat and th...

Ingredients

  • ½ stick (55g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons honey (or swap for brown sugar if you like a deeper sweetness)
  • 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Scorching Afternoon (Spicy Mustard Seasoning)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ¾ pound deli-sliced roasted turkey
  • ¾ pound Colby Jack cheese, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat & prep
    Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9 or 7×11-inch baking dish (a 9×13 works too if that’s what you’ve got).

  2. Make the butter glaze
    In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, Dijon mustard, honey (or brown sugar), poppy seeds, garlic powder, Scorching Afternoon seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth and well blended.

  3. Slice & layer
    Using a serrated knife, carefully slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping the tops and bottoms connected. Place the bottom half in your prepared baking dish.

  4. Spread the love
    Spread mayonnaise evenly over the bottom rolls.

  5. Layer up
    Pile on half the turkey, all of the Colby Jack cheese, then the rest of the turkey. Crown it with the top half of the rolls.

  6. Glaze & bake
    Brush the butter mixture generously over the tops (or pour it evenly over). Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.

  7. Golden finish
    Remove foil and bake uncovered for 10 more minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is deliciously melty.

  8. Serve hot
    Slice into individual sliders and serve immediately—good luck keeping hands off them before they hit the plate!

These Scorching Afternoon Spicy Mustard Turkey Sliders aren’t just sliders—they’re edible fireworks. With the sweet softness of Hawaiian rolls, savory turkey, gooey cheese, and that fiery mustard kick, they’re guaranteed to steal the spotlight at any gathering.

Pro Tip

  • Sweet swap: Honey brings a floral sweetness, but brown sugar gives a caramelized depth—try both and see which team you’re on.
  • Cheese play: Not a Colby Jack fan? Swap in pepper jack for even more kick, or provolone for melty smoothness.
  • Make ahead: Assemble earlier in the day, refrigerate, and just bake before serving. Perfect for parties.
  • Crowd tip: Double the recipe if you’re feeding a ravenous crew. These sliders vanish fast.

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