Leftover Turkey Sliders with Cranberry and Gouda Cheese
If you have leftover turkey after Thanksgiving, instead of making another plain turkey sandwich, these Turkey Sliders with Cranberry and Gouda Cheese are one of the best options. They’re ready in just 35 minutes, which makes them great for family dinners or even just a snack.
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With soft Hawaiian rolls, gooey Gouda cheese, and a layer of tart cranberry sauce, these sliders are quick to make and a smart way to use up leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas. You can easily swap the cheese based on what you have—Gouda, Swiss, or provolone all work.
Also, try my Leftover Turkey Cheesy Buffalo Dip and Slow Cooker Turkey Pot Pie with Stuffing Topping for more leftover turkey recipe ideas.
How to Make Leftover Turkey Sliders with Cranberry and Gouda Cheese
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13” baking dish.
2. Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally and place the bottom layer into the dish.
3. Spread mayonnaise evenly over the rolls, then layer on the turkey, Gouda cheese slices, and cranberry sauce.
4. Place the top half of the rolls over the filling.
5. In a small bowl, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and chopped rosemary. Brush this mixture over the tops of the rolls.
6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 8–10 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and the cheese has melted.
7. Let the sliders cool for a few minutes before cutting and serving warm.
Serve and Enjoy!
Important Recipe Notes
- This recipe works best with leftover Thanksgiving or Christmas turkey, either sliced or shredded.
- You can substitute Gouda with Swiss, provolone, or Havarti.
- Assemble the sliders a few hours in advance, cover with foil, and bake right before serving.
- Let the sliders rest for a few minutes after baking so the filling sets and doesn’t slide out.
Leftover Turkey Sliders with Cranberry and Gouda Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 12-count package Hawaiian rolls
- 3 cups cooked turkey sliced or shredded
- 6 slices Gouda cheese
- ¾ cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp light brown sugar
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp fresh rosemary finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13” baking dish.
- Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally and place the bottom layer into the dish.
- Spread mayonnaise evenly over the rolls, then layer on the turkey, Gouda cheese slices, and cranberry sauce.
- Place the top half of the rolls over the filling.
- In a small bowl, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and chopped rosemary. Brush this mixture over the tops of the rolls.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 8–10 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- Let the sliders cool for a few minutes before cutting and serving warm.
