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Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Cranberry Sliders

Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Cranberry Sliders Made Easy

Transform your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers into delicious turkey cranberry sliders that are quick and easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 sliders
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sliders
  • 3 cups Cooked Turkey Shredded or sliced
  • 6 slices Swiss or Provolone Cheese Can substitute with cheddar
  • 12 rolls Slider Rolls or Mini Brioche Buns Regular hamburger buns can be used
  • 1 cup Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce Homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt as a lighter alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Can use yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Substitutable with finely chopped fresh onion
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1 tablespoon Poppy Seeds Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Slice your slider rolls in half while keeping them attached at the seams and place the bottoms into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  3. Mix together mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until well combined, then spread this mixture onto the cut sides of the slider rolls.
  4. Layer the shredded or sliced leftover turkey over the bottom halves of the rolls in the baking dish.
  5. Spoon the whole berry cranberry sauce over the turkey in an even layer.
  6. Place slices of Swiss or provolone cheese over the cranberry sauce.
  7. Combine melted butter with garlic powder, onion powder, and poppy seeds, and brush this mixture over the tops of the slider rolls.
  8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 15 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  9. Remove the sliders from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliderCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These sliders can be prepared in advance and baked right before serving for optimal taste and texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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