If you're looking for food ideas for St Patrick's Day party, these Reuben sliders are it.
They're buttery, cheesy, slightly tangy, perfectly melty little bites of heaven - and they disappear in minutes. Whether you call them corned beef sliders or one of your go-to Reuben sliders recipes, this is the version I make every year.
They're easy.
They're make-ahead friendly.
And they scream St. Patrick's day party food ideas without being complicated.
Quick Look: Corned Beef Sliders
- ⏱ Prep Time: 20 minutes
- 🔥 Cook Time: 15 minutes
- 🍽️ Servings: 12 Sliders
- ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe: Handheld Reuben sliders perfect for St. Patrick's party food, but great for any time of the year! Fun, easy, festive, and DELICIOUS.
- 🍪 Main Ingredients: Hawaiian buns, corned beef, slider sauce, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese.
- 👌 Difficulty: Easy
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What are other good food ideas for St Patrick's Day party? The Corned Beef Sliders, Irish cheese boards, 🧀 Beer Cheese Fondue With Irish Cheddar Cheese, 🍀 Corned Beef Dip: warm Irish Reuben dip are all always crowd favorites.
⭐ Why This Corned Beef slider Recipe Works
- Uses deli corned beef or left over corned beef (no boiling brisket required)
- Hawaiian rolls bake up golden and soft
- Swiss melts perfectly without getting greasy
- The butter topping creates that bakery-style finish
- Easy to prep ahead for entertaining and hosting
This is one of those Reuben sliders recipes that feels special but is secretly simple.
🛒 Key Ingredients for these Corned Beef Sliders
• 1 package Hawaiian sweet rolls (12 count): perfect softness and size.
• ½-¾ lb deli corned beef: Ready to go- makes these quick.
• 6-8 slices Swiss cheese
• 1 cup sauerkraut (drained well)
🔁 Substitutions & Additions
🍀 Skip sauerkraut on one batch if serving a crowd with mixed preferences
🍀 Swap homemade sauce for Thousand Island or Russian dressing
🍀 Add a layer of hand-shredded Swiss for extra melt.
🍀 Use marble rye slider buns for a more classic deli vibe
🍀 You can also make this recipe using any type of deli meat and cheese you like- perfect for any occasion.
👩🏻🍳 How To Make Corned Beef Sliders
- Slice Rolls horizontally
Don't separate the buns. A serrated knife works best for us.
- Layer Ingredients. Have cheese next to the top and bottom buns so it holds a sandwich together.
- Butter the Top
And poppy seeds if desired.
- Bake and Serve
Corned Beef Sliders FAQ
Yes. Assemble up to a day ahead, cover, refrigerate, and bake before serving.
Absolutely. Thinly slice leftover brisket for incredible corned beef sliders.
Drain sauerkraut well and layer cheese slices directly on the bread- top and bottom..
You can freeze baked sliders, but texture is best fresh.
Leave a comment if you tried this recipe!
Corned Beef Slicers
Ingredients
- One package slider buns or Hawaiian slider buns (12-count)
- ½-1 pound deli or prepared corned beef
- 1 can sauerkraut well-drained
- 12 slices Swiss cheese Provolone or a combination (about 8 ounces)
- ¼ cup stick butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
Reuben Slider Sauce
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 3 Tablespoons ketchup or chili sauce
- 3 teaspoons prepared horseradish more or less to taste
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
- Make spread by whisking together mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire, and salt and pepper to taste. Set aside. Alternatively use store bought 1000 island dressing
- Take the lid off the buns but don't separate them. Place the bottom buns on parchment paper on a cookie sheet.
- On the bottom bun, add a layer of cheese, sauce, corned beef, the sauerkraut (you may not use the entire can), another layer of sauce if desired, and a another layer of cheese.
- Brush the tops of sandwiches with butter and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
- Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the sandwiches are heated through or at least 130 degrees with an instant-read thermometer.
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Notes
🧠 Expert Tips
- Drain sauerkraut VERY well.
- Layer cheese on bottom AND top to prevent soggy rolls.
- Bake covered first so the cheese melts without over-browning.
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing to avoid slider collapse.
- These are best served warm but hold well for 30-45 minutes.
Lauren Lane says
I make these sliders every single year! They are always a crowd favorite. I hope you love them!