French Dip Sliders Recipe
Introduction
French Dip Sliders are a delicious twist on the classic sandwich, featuring tender roast beef, melted provolone, and caramelized onions on soft sweet rolls. Served with savory au jus for dipping, these sliders make a perfect appetizer or a satisfying meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 sweet rolls
- 10 slices provolone cheese
- 14 ounces sliced deli roast beef
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 tablespoons dried onion soup mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- 3 cups water
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes until soft and browned but not burnt.
- Step 2: Stir in the minced thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Step 3: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 4: Without separating the rolls, slice them horizontally into tops and bottoms using a large knife. Place the bottom halves, cut side up, in an 11×7-inch baking dish.
- Step 5: Layer half of the provolone cheese on the bottom rolls, then add the sliced roast beef, followed by the caramelized onions. Top with the remaining cheese and place the roll tops over everything.
- Step 6: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and dried onion soup mix. Brush or pour this mixture evenly over the tops of the rolls.
- Step 7: Cover the baking dish loosely with foil, making sure the foil does not touch the rolls. Bake for 25 minutes.
- Step 8: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to brown the tops of the rolls.
- Step 9: While the sliders bake, prepare the au jus according to the package instructions using 3 cups of water.
- Step 10: Serve the sliders warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, along with the au jus on the side for dipping. Enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, add a few dashes of Worcestershire sauce to the au jus before serving.
- Swap provolone for Swiss or mozzarella cheese to suit your taste.
- Use hoagie rolls or mini baguettes if sweet rolls aren’t available.
Storage
Store any leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 300°F until warmed through to keep the rolls soft. Warm the au jus separately before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these sliders ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the sliders a few hours before baking. Keep them covered in the refrigerator and bake just before serving to maintain freshness.
What can I use if I don’t have fresh thyme?
Dried thyme works as a substitute; use about one-third of the amount since dried herbs are more concentrated in flavor.
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French Dip Sliders Recipe
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 sliders 1x
Description
French Dip Sliders are a delicious, savory appetizer featuring tender roast beef, melted provolone cheese, and caramelized onions nestled in soft sweet rolls. Served with a savory au jus dip, these sliders are perfect for gatherings or a flavorful snack that combines tender meat, rich cheese, and a buttery onion topping baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Slider Assembly
- 12 sweet rolls
- 10 slices provolone cheese
- 14 ounces sliced deli roast beef
Onion Topping
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Butter Sauce
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 tablespoons dried onion soup mix
Au Jus
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- 3 cups water
Garnish (optional)
- Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook Onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the thinly sliced onions and coat them evenly in the butter. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes until the onions are soft and browned but not burnt. Remove from heat and stir in minced thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper; set aside.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the sliders.
- Prepare Rolls: Take the sweet rolls out, keeping them intact. Using a large knife, slice the rolls horizontally so that you separate the tops from the bottoms. Place the bottom halves, cut side up, in an 11×7 inch baking dish.
- Assemble Sliders: Layer half of the provolone cheese slices evenly over the bottom rolls. Next, arrange the sliced roast beef on top of the cheese. Spread the cooked onion mixture evenly over the roast beef, then add the remaining provolone cheese slices. Finally, place the top halves of the rolls over the cheese.
- Make Butter Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with the dried onion soup mix, stirring well to blend.
- Add Sauce and Bake: Brush the butter and onion soup mixture evenly over the tops of the rolls, ensuring good coverage. Loosely cover the baking dish with foil, making sure it does not touch the rolls. Bake for 25 minutes.
- Brown the Rolls: Remove the foil and bake the sliders an additional 5 minutes to brown the tops and melt the cheese thoroughly.
- Prepare Au Jus: While the sliders bake, prepare the au jus gravy according to the package directions using 3 cups of water.
- Serve: Garnish the sliders with optional fresh chopped parsley. Serve warm with the au jus on the side for dipping. Enjoy your flavorful French Dip Sliders!
Notes
- Make sure to cook the onions until caramelized but not burnt to bring out their natural sweetness.
- Using sweet rolls enhances the flavor and balances the savory beef and cheese.
- You can substitute provolone with mozzarella or Swiss cheese based on preference.
- The au jus gravy adds authentic flavor and moisture—don’t skip this step for dipping.
- Brush the butter mixture evenly to ensure the tops brown nicely and add extra onion flavor.
- Covering with foil prevents drying out while baking but removing it at the end creates a crispy top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: French dip sliders, roast beef sliders, au jus sliders, savory sliders, game day appetizer, party sliders, caramelized onion sliders
