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Hot Italian Sub Sliders Recipe

Name: Hot Italian Sub Sliders Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 12-pack soft dinner rolls (King’s Hawaiian rolls recommended), halved lengthwise; 6 oz thinly sliced ham; 5 oz thinly sliced salami; 5 oz thinly sliced pepperoni; 9 slices provolone cheese; ⅓ cup sliced pepperoncini; ⅓ cup sliced pickled hot cherry peppers; ¼ cup salted butter, melted; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 2 cloves garlic, crushed (fresh recommended); 1 cup marinara sauce, for dipping

ByLily Cross January 21, 2026January 21, 2026

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Introduction

These Hot Italian Sub Sliders are the ultimate party food—easy to assemble, bursting with savory Italian flavors, and perfect for sharing. Soft rolls sandwich layers of ham, salami, pepperoni, cheese, and spicy peppers, all brushed with garlicky butter and baked to melty perfection.

The image shows a close-up of several small sandwiches arranged in rows on a wooden board. Each sandwich has a golden-brown, shiny top bun sprinkled with black pepper and salt. Inside, there are multiple thin layers starting with a soft, fluffy white bottom bun, followed by folded slices of pinkish cured meat, a thick melting layer of white cheese oozing slightly over the edges, bright red slices of tomato, green leafy herbs, and thin slices of pickles. The sandwiches have a fresh and juicy look with a mix of soft textures from the bread and smooth, melted cheese. In the blurry background, there are white bowls with green olives and red sauce on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

12-pack soft dinner rolls (King’s Hawaiian rolls recommended), halved lengthwise
6 oz thinly sliced ham
5 oz thinly sliced salami
5 oz thinly sliced pepperoni
9 slices provolone cheese
⅓ cup sliced pepperoncini
⅓ cup sliced pickled hot cherry peppers
¼ cup salted butter, melted
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 cloves garlic, crushed (fresh recommended)
Optional: 1 cup marinara sauce, for dipping

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Place the bottom halves of the rolls on a baking sheet. Layer the ham, salami, pepperoni, provolone cheese, pepperoncini, and hot cherry peppers evenly over the rolls. Top with the upper halves of the rolls.
Step 3: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, Italian seasoning, and crushed garlic. Brush this garlic butter mixture generously over the tops of the sliders, making sure to coat every nook and cranny.
Step 4: Cover the sliders with foil and bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the tops are golden brown.
Step 5: Remove from oven, slice the sliders apart, and serve warm. Offer marinara sauce on the side for dipping if desired.

Tips & Variations

For a milder flavor, swap out the hot cherry peppers for roasted red peppers or omit them entirely.
Try mozzarella or a provolone-mozzarella blend if you want a different cheese texture.
These sliders can be assembled up to 8 hours in advance; keep them refrigerated and bake just before serving.

Storage

Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 10-15 minutes until warmed through to keep the bread from getting soggy. If you have marinara sauce, warm it separately.