Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders: Small Buns, Big Southern Flavor!
These Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders are a mini twist on the iconic Louisville sandwich, layering roasted turkey, crispy bacon, and rich Mornay sauce between buttery slider buns. Baked to golden perfection, they’re the ultimate comfort food for parties, game day, or weeknight indulgence. Easy to make, endlessly customizable, and packed with bold Southern flavor—these sliders deliver big taste in a small, shareable package.
Ingredients
For the sliders:
- 12 slider buns Hawaiian rolls or dinner rolls
- 1 lb roasted turkey breast sliced
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon cooked crisp
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
For the Mornay sauce:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg optional
For the topping butter:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Make Mornay Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Slowly add milk and cream. Stir constantly until thickened. Add cheddar cheese, season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat once melted and creamy.
- Assemble Sliders: Slice the buns horizontally (keep tops and bottoms attached). Place bottom halves in the baking dish. Layer turkey, spoon over Mornay sauce, add bacon, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Place tops on.
- Butter Topping: Mix melted butter with mustard, Worcestershire, garlic powder, and onion powder. Brush over the tops of the buns.
- Bake Covered: Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake another 5–7 minutes until tops are golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Serve Hot: Garnish with parsley if desired. Let sit 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Toast bottom buns briefly before assembling to prevent sogginess.
- Can be assembled a day ahead and baked just before serving.
- Swap turkey with chicken or ham as needed.
- For a spicy twist, add sliced jalapeños or use pepper jack cheese.