French Dip Sliders

These French Dip Sliders are the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender roast beef, melty cheese, and buttery slider buns. Served with a flavorful au jus dipping sauce, they’re perfect for parties, game day, or an easy dinner. These sliders are quick to make and packed with all the delicious flavors of a classic French dip sandwich.

The first time I made these French Dip Sliders was for a family movie night. I wanted something fun and shareable, and these sliders stole the show. My husband couldn’t get enough of the juicy roast beef and melted cheese, and my daughter loved dunking them into the savory au jus. Now, they’re a staple at every gathering and never fail to impress.

Why You’ll Love French Dip Sliders

•Savory and Cheesy: A perfect balance of flavors and textures.

•Quick and Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes.

•Party-Friendly: A crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

•Customizable: Adjust the fillings and toppings to suit your taste.

Ingredients Notes For French Dip Sliders

•Slider Buns: Soft, buttery rolls like Hawaiian buns work best.

•Roast Beef: Thinly sliced deli roast beef for convenience.

•Cheese: Provolone or Swiss cheese melts beautifully.

•Butter Topping: A mix of melted butter, garlic, and herbs for added flavor.

•Au Jus: Store-bought au jus mix or homemade for dipping.

Recipe Steps

1.Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.

2.Assemble Sliders: Slice the slider buns in half horizontally, keeping them attached. Place the bottom half in the baking dish. Layer with slices of roast beef and cheese, then top with the upper half of the buns.

3.Prepare Butter Topping: In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, and dried herbs (such as thyme or parsley). Brush the mixture generously over the tops of the buns.

4.Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the buns are golden and the cheese is melted.

5.Make Au Jus: While the sliders bake, prepare the au jus according to the package instructions or using beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of garlic powder. Simmer until hot.

6.Serve: Slice the sliders apart, serve warm with au jus on the side for dipping, and enjoy!

Storage Options

•Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to keep the buns crisp.

•Freezer: Assemble sliders without the butter topping, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding the butter topping before baking.

Variations & Substitutions

•Add caramelized onions or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor.

•Swap roast beef for shredded chicken or turkey.

•Use Gruyère, mozzarella, or cheddar cheese for a twist.

French Dip Sliders

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Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Kitchen: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 12 sliders

Ingredients

 

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• ▢ For the Sliders:
• ▢ 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
• ▢ 1 lb deli roast beef thinly sliced
• ▢ 12 slices provolone cheese
• ▢ 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
• ▢ 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• ▢ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ▢ 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ▢ 1 tablespoon dried parsley optional, for garnish
• ▢ For the Au Jus:
• ▢ 1 packet au jus mix store-bought
• ▢ 3 cups water

Instructions

• Prepare the Sliders:
• Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
• Assemble the Sliders: Slice the slider buns in half horizontally, keeping the bottoms and tops connected. Place the bottom half of the buns in the prepared baking dish.
• Layer Ingredients: Layer the roast beef evenly over the bottom buns, followed by the provolone cheese. Place the top half of the buns over the cheese.
• Make the Butter Mixture:
• Mix Butter Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well.
• Brush the Buns: Use a pastry brush to generously coat the tops of the buns with the butter mixture. Sprinkle with dried parsley if desired.
• Bake the Sliders:
• Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
• Prepare the Au Jus:
• Make Au Jus: While the sliders bake, prepare the au jus according to the package instructions using the water. Heat it in a saucepan over medium heat until hot.
• Serve:
• Serve: Remove the sliders from the oven and cut them into individual portions. Serve warm with the au jus for dipping.