French Dip Sliders are everything you love about the classic sandwich in an easy, shareable form. Sweet Hawaiian rolls are layered with melty provolone cheese, sliced roast beef, and caramelized onions, then baked until warm and served with a rich au jus for dipping.
The French Dip sandwich has always been my favorite, so turning it into sliders was a no brainer. This version hits all the marks I look for, savory beef, melty cheese, caramelized onions, and plenty of au jus on the side. They're simple enough to make at home but always feel a little special.
These French Dip Sliders are perfect for a potluck, Super Bowl party, or an easy lunch at home when you want something comforting and satisfying.
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Key Ingredients & Substitutions
- Rolls - I use Hawaiian sweet rolls for this recipe, but any slider rolls will work just fine.
- Roast Beef - A good quality deli roast beef is key here. Leftover pot roast also works beautifully if you have it.
- Cheese - Provolone cheese is classic for a French Dip sandwich, but mozzarella or Swiss cheese make great substitutes.
- Onions - Yellow or white onions work best for caramelizing. Don't skip these, they add so much flavor to the sliders.
- Garlic Butter Topping - Brushing the rolls with garlic butter before baking adds another layer of flavor.
- Beef Stock - Used to make the au jus. You can substitute a packet of au jus mix if needed.
How To Make French Dip Sliders
These sliders come together easily with just a little prep. Caramelizing the onions adds the most flavor, while the rest of the recipe is simple layering and baking until everything is melty and warm.
- Step 1: Caramelize the onions until deeply golden brown and fragrant.
- Step 2: Slice the rolls in half horizontally, keeping them intact, and place the bottoms in a baking dish.
- Step 3: Add a layer of cheese to the rolls.
- Step 4: Top evenly with the roast beef.
- Step 5: Spread the caramelized onions over the beef.
- Step 6: Add the remaining cheese.
- Step 7: Place the tops on and brush generously with the garlic butter.
- Step 8: Bake until warm and melty. Serve with au jus for dipping.
See the recipe card below for the full recipe.
👉 Sky's Tips
- Fully caramelize the onions. This step builds deep, rich flavor that quick sautéed onions won't give you.
- These sliders can be assembled a day ahead. Cover and refrigerate, then bake just before serving.
Storage Tips
Store leftover French Dip Sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a few days. Reheat gently in the microwave or enjoy them cold.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. You can assemble the sliders up to a day in advance, cover tightly, and refrigerate. Bake just before serving for the best results.
A high-quality deli roast beef works perfectly, but leftover pot roast is a great option if you have it.
Absolutely! Provolone is traditional, but Swiss or mozzarella both work well and melt nicely.
These French Dip Sliders are an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe made with Hawaiian rolls, roast beef, provolone cheese, caramelized onions, and a homemade au jus. Whether you're serving them for a party, game day, or an easy lunch at home, they deliver classic French Dip flavor in a simple, shareable way.
I hope you enjoy them as much as we do!
-Sky🩷
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📖 Recipe
French Dip Sliders
Ingredients
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter for onions
- 1-2 sprigs thyme
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1 package Hawaiian Rolls 12 count
- 14 ounces roast beef sliced
- 10 slices provolone cheese
- ¼ cup butter for topping
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley chopped
- ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Add the sliced onions, a pinch of salt, and the thyme sprigs. Toss to coat, cover, and cook for 6 minutes.
- Remove the lid and continue cooking, stirring often, until the onions are deeply caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Pour in ¼ cup of beef stock and bring to a simmer. Cook until the liquid has reduced and absorbed into the onions. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Keeping the rolls intact, slice them horizontally to separate the tops from the bottoms. Place the bottom half in a 9x13 or 11x7 baking dish.
- Layer half of the cheese over the rolls, followed by all of the roast beef. Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the beef, then top with the remaining cheese. Reserve the pan that the onions were cooked in for the au jus.
- Place the roll tops back on.
- In a small bowl melt ¼ cup of butter then stir in the 1 clove of minced garlic, parsley, onion powder and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Brush the tops of the sliders generously with the garlic butter.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Place the pan the onions were cooked in over medium low heat and add in the ½ tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot stir in the remaining 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in the remaining 1 ¾ cups of beef stock and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm with the sliders for dipping. Enjoy!
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