Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Cranberry Sliders
Turn your Thanksgiving leftovers into cozy, delicious sliders with layers of turkey, cheese, and cranberry sauce tucked in buttery rolls.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or sliced Use leftover roasted turkey for best flavor; dark meat yields a juicier slider.
- 6 slices Swiss cheese or provolone cheese, halved Choose based on your taste preference.
- 12 rolls slider rolls or mini brioche buns
- ½ cup whole berry cranberry sauce Adds texture and sweetness.
- ½ cup mayonnaise Can substitute with plain Greek yogurt.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Variation: use whole-grain mustard.
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted For topping.
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds (optional) Can be swapped for sesame seeds.
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
Prep and Assembly
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the slider rolls in half horizontally, keeping individual rolls attached.
- Arrange the bottom halves in a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Spread the mixture evenly over the cut side of the bottom rolls.
- Distribute the turkey evenly over the prepared buns. Spoon cranberry sauce over the turkey.
- Layer halved slices of cheese over the turkey and cranberry. Place the top halves of the rolls over the cheese.
Butter Topping and Baking
- In another small bowl, mix melted butter with garlic powder, onion powder, poppy seeds, and parsley. Brush the mixture generously over the tops of the rolls.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes, until cheese is melted and tops are golden.
- Remove from oven, cool briefly, then separate the sliders using a sharp knife.
Notes
These sliders are excellent for parties—plan on 2–3 per person for a main dish and 1–2 per person for an appetizer. You can also swap ingredients for dietary preferences, like making it gluten-free or vegetarian.