All the best things about Thanksgiving in slider form! These turkey cranberry sliders are warm and buttery, made with Hawaiian rolls packed full of turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce for the perfect balance of sweet and savory. A must-make with holiday leftovers!
You can only have so many leftover turkey steaks after Thanksgiving before you start to go crazy. So make these turkey cranberry sliders, turkey noodle soup, or turkey casserole instead!
Thanksgiving Sliders
After Thanksgiving, I always have more turkey on hand than I know what to do with. These turkey cranberry sliders have become my new go-to dinner! Because not only do they use up all those Thanksgiving leftovers (cranberry sauce included), it’s a super easy dinner that my family loves. I mean, come on, you can’t go wrong with sliders. Maybe it’s because they’re bite-sized, they always leave me wanting more.
These pull-apart thanksgiving sliders are made with Hawaiian rolls, piled high with leftover turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce, then brushed with a buttery herb topping. Pop them in the oven, and then you have sliders that are perfectly golden brown and full of hearty flavor. Trust me, you’re going to love them.
What You’ll Need for Turkey Cranberry Sliders
- Hawaiian Sweet Rolls: Grab a package from the store, these serve as the base for the sliders.
- Mayonnaise: Acts as a creamy spread under all those delicious toppings.
- Leftover Turkey Meat: Sliced to your desired thickness.
- Stuffing: Adds the perfect flavor and texture to the sliders.
- Cranberry Sauce: A little tangy, a little sweet, this is the perfect way to balance out the savory flavor of these sliders.
- Melted Butter: To brush on top of the rolls.
- Seasonings: I like to add a little garlic powder, some dried onion flakes, and Italian seasoning to the melted butter. This gives each slider a pop of extra flavor.
- Turkey Gravy: (Optional) Gravy is perfect for dipping the sliders in!
Making the Sliders
These turkey cranberry sliders are super easy to make and take 30 minutes from start to finish. Because of this, it’s a great weeknight dinner! It’s the perfect way to enjoy all the delicious flavors of Thanksgiving again but with a fun twist.
- Preheat Oven, Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Cut Rolls: Carefully remove the entire package of rolls out of the bag. Keeping the buns intact, use a serrated knife to slice all 12 rolls in half so that you have a top and bottom piece.
- Add Mayo: Spread the mayonnaise on the top and bottom half of the rolls.
- Place in Pan: Place the bottom half of each roll into the prepared baking dish.
- Add Toppings: Layer with turkey, cranberry sauce, then stuffing. Then place the top portion of the rolls on top of the stuffing and press slightly.
- Butter Mixture: Melt the butter in a microwavable dish. Once the butter is melted, then stir in the garlic powder, dried onion flakes, and Italian herbs.
- Brush on Top: Brush the tops of the buns with the butter mixture.
- Bake: Cover with foil and then bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil the last 5 minutes so the tops of the buns can be toasted.
- Serve: Garnish the warm sliders with fresh parsley. Then serve with a side of warm gravy for dipping!
Ways to Switch Things Up
Turkey cranberry sliders are really versatile! Here are a few ways you can make them your own:
- Pick Your Protein: Not a turkey fan? Swap it out with leftover ham, roast beef, or even shredded chicken.
- Add Other Leftovers: Got more leftovers? Pile on some mashed potatoes or a scoop of sweet potato casserole.
- Make Them Cheesy: Make your sliders even better by melting a slice of your favorite cheese on the turkey layer. Ooey-gooey goodness? Yes please!
Storing Leftover Turkey Cranberry Sliders
If these sliders don’t get devoured in a snap, here’s how you can store them for later.
- In the Refrigerator: Pop your turkey cranberry sliders in an airtight container, then stick them in the fridge. They are best served within 2 days.
- In the Freezer: For longer storage, transfer your turkey cranberry sliders to a freezer bag. They’ll stay good in the freezer for up to a month. Thaw overnight in the freezer before you reheat them to help them retain their texture.
- To Reheat: So the sliders don’t get soggy, I recommend reheating them in the oven. 5 minutes or so at 350 degrees Fahrenheit should do the trick!
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Turkey Cranberry Sliders
Ingredients
- 1 package Hawaiian sweet rolls, 12 rolls
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 pound leftover turkey meat, sliced
- 1½ cups stuffing
- ½ cup cranberry sauce
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- turkey gravy for serving
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
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Carefully remove the entire package of rolls out of the bag. Keeping the buns intact, use a serrated knife to slice all 12 rolls in half so that you have a top and bottom piece.
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Spread the mayonnaise on the top and bottom half of the rolls.
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Place the bottom half of each roll into the prepared baking dish.
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Layer with turkey, cranberry sauce, then stuffing. Place the top portion of the rolls on top of the stuffing and press slightly.
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Melt the butter in a microwavable dish. Once the butter is melted, stir in the garlic powder, dried onion flakes, and Italian herbs.
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Brush the tops of the buns with the butter mixture.
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Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil the last 5 minutes to toast the tops of the buns.
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Garnish the warm sliders with fresh parsley. Serve with a side of warm gravy for dipping!
