Tuna Melt Sliders with Gooey Cheese & Buttery Toasted Buns
Tuna Melt Sliders are a delightful mini sandwich recipe that combines creamy tuna salad with melted cheese layered inside soft buns. These sliders are brushed with butter and baked until golden and crispy on top while remaining warm and cheesy inside. Perfect for parties, quick lunches, or casual dinners, they are easy to prepare and highly customizable. You can add herbs, spices, or vegetables to suit your taste. Their small size makes them ideal for sharing, and they pair beautifully with soups or salads. Whether served fresh out of the oven or slightly cooled, they remain irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
For Tuna Filling:
- 2 cans tuna (drained)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tbsp chopped onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Sliders:
- 12 slider buns (Hawaiian rolls work great)
- 6 slices cheddar cheese (halved)
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a bowl, mix tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, celery, onion, salt, and pepper.
- Slice slider buns in half horizontally without separating them individually.
- Place the bottom half in a baking dish.
- Spread the tuna mixture evenly over the buns.
- Layer cheese slices on top.
- Cover with the top buns.
- Mix melted butter with garlic powder and parsley, then brush over buns.
- Slice into individual sliders and serve warm.
Notes
- Use oil-packed tuna for richer flavor.
- Add pickles for tanginess.
- Try different cheeses like mozzarella or Swiss.
- Toast buns lightly before assembling for extra crunch.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Use fresh herbs for better aroma.
- Add chili flakes for heat.
- Serve immediately for best texture.