Description
Cranberry turkey sliders bring festive flavors to classic mini sandwiches with a delightful twist. Packed with juicy turkey, tangy cranberry sauce, and creamy cheese, you’ll savor this perfect party appetizer that combines comfort and celebration in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups cooked turkey (shredded or sliced)
Bread and Cheese:
- 12 slider buns
- 6 slices Swiss or provolone cheese (cut in half)
Condiments and Seasonings:
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F for optimal slider preparation.
- Carefully split slider buns horizontally, positioning bottom halves in a greased baking vessel.
- Artfully arrange layers of succulent turkey, tangy cranberry sauce, and melty cheese atop the bun bases.
- Crown the layered sliders with their corresponding top bun halves.
- Craft a luxurious glaze by whisking together rich melted butter, zesty Dijon mustard, and aromatic garlic powder.
- Generously brush the prepared glaze across the slider tops, ensuring even coverage.
- Shield the sliders with aluminum foil, then bake for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld and ingredients to warm through.
- Remove foil and continue baking 5-7 minutes until bun tops transform into a golden-brown crust and cheese becomes perfectly molten.
- Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finishing touch.
- Serve immediately while sliders are warm and invitingly aromatic.
Notes
- Swap out turkey for rotisserie chicken or pulled pork to create variety and keep the recipe flexible for different protein preferences.
- Reduce butter content by using olive oil spray for a lighter version, which cuts down on calories without sacrificing flavor.
- Make these sliders gluten-free by selecting gluten-free slider buns or using lettuce wraps as a low-carb alternative.
- Prepare the sliders ahead of time and refrigerate before baking, perfect for meal prep or entertaining guests with minimal last-minute cooking stress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 171 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg