Easy French Dip Sliders: The Ultimate Cheesy, Savory Party Recipe

These Easy French Dip Sliders are the perfect blend of melty cheese, tender roast beef, caramelized onions, and buttery toasted rolls. Packed with flavor and incredibly simple to assemble, they make a fantastic appetizer, lunch, or quick dinner the whole family will devour. Every bite is warm, savory, and irresistibly gooey, making this recipe a guaranteed favorite for gatherings and weeknight meals.

Why These French Dip Sliders Are So Popular

These sliders are everything you love about a classic French dip sandwich but in a fun, shareable form. The sweet rolls toast beautifully, while the layers of roast beef and provolone melt into a cheesy, savory stack. The caramelized onions add richness, and the buttery onion soup topping enhances every bite. Serve them with warm au jus, and you’ll have a meal that’s comforting, flavorful, and impossible to resist.

Ingredients That Boost Big Flavor

Simple ingredients come together to create deep, satisfying flavor. Sweet rolls provide a soft base. Provolone melts into creamy perfection. Roast beef adds classic deli-style heartiness. Homemade caramelized onions and thyme offer aroma and warmth. The onion-soup butter mixture gives the sliders their golden, seasoned crust. Pair it with a side of au jus, and you get that signature French dip taste.

How to Make French Dip Sliders

Start by caramelizing onions until soft and golden. Slice the rolls horizontally and layer cheese, roast beef, onions, and more cheese. Brush the seasoned melted butter over the tops. Cover and bake until hot and melty, then finish uncovered to brown the rolls. Prepare the au jus and serve these sliders warm with plenty of dipping sauce. They come together easily and bake beautifully every time.

Serving Suggestions

These sliders pair perfectly with warm au jus for dipping. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of color. Serve them as game-day snacks, casual dinners, or party appetizers. They can also be made ahead or frozen for quick meals.

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Easy French Dip Sliders: The Ultimate Cheesy, Savory Party Recipe


  • Author: By Cora
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

These Easy French Dip Sliders are loaded with roast beef, provolone, caramelized onions, and a buttery onion-soup topping. Served with warm au jus, they make a flavorful appetizer, lunch, or dinner everyone loves.


Ingredients

Scale

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 medium onion, thinly sliced

2 teaspoons fresh thyme, minced

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

12 sweet rolls

10 slices provolone cheese

14 ounces sliced deli roast beef

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 1/2 tablespoons dried onion soup mix

1 packet au jus gravy mix

3 cups water

Fresh parsley for garnish


Instructions

1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

2. Add sliced onions and cook 12–15 minutes until soft and lightly browned.

3. Stir in thyme, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.

4. Preheat oven to 350°F.

5. Slice rolls horizontally, keeping them attached.

6. Place bottom half in an 11×7 baking dish.

7. Add half the provolone, then layer the roast beef.

8. Spread caramelized onions over the top.

9. Add remaining cheese and place the roll tops on.

10. Mix melted butter and onion soup mix.

11. Brush or pour over the tops.

12. Cover loosely with foil and bake 25 minutes.

13. Remove foil and bake 5 more minutes to brown.

14. Prepare au jus with 3 cups of water per package directions.

15. Serve sliders with warm au jus and parsley.

Notes

Use dried herbs if needed by cutting the amount in half.

Sweet rolls give the best flavor for sliders.

Provolone or mozzarella both melt beautifully.

Au jus adds extra flavor but is optional.

Sliders can be frozen for future meals.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Main Course, Sandwich
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slider
  • Calories: 284
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 826mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0.4g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 0.3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 67mg

Keywords: French dip sliders, roast beef sliders, party sliders

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