French Dip Sliders with Roast Beef and Melted Cheese
These French Dip Sliders are an easy, delicious way to enjoy a classic sandwich in a fun, shareable size. They’re filled with tender roast beef, melted Swiss cheese, and savory onions, all tucked inside soft slider rolls.
The tops are brushed with a seasoned butter mixture that bakes into a golden, flavorful crust. They’re served with a warm au jus dipping sauce that gives every bite that familiar French dip flavor.
Whether you’re making dinner for the family, hosting friends for game day, or looking for an easy party appetizer, these French Dip Sliders are sure to be a hit!
The Ingredients
Lean Roast Beef: Lean roast beef provides protein, which helps support muscle health and keeps you feeling satisfied after a meal.
Choosing top round or eye of round roast beef can help reduce the amount of fat while still delivering that classic beef flavor. Look for a lean deli option and compare nutrition labels, especially the sodium content.
Hawaiian Rolls: Slider rolls provide carbohydrates, which are an important source of energy. Their soft texture and slightly sweet flavor complement the savory roast beef and cheese.
Choosing smaller rolls also makes it easy to portion the sliders.
Reduced-Fat Cheese: Cheese provides protein and calcium, which support muscle function and bone health.
Reduced-fat cheese gives these sliders a creamy, savory layer while helping limit the fat content compared with regular cheese.
Onion: Onions add natural sweetness and savory flavor as they cook. They’re also a source of vitamin C and contain beneficial plant compounds. Slowly cooking the onions helps bring out their sweetness without needing extra sugar.
Light Butter: Light butter helps create a golden, flavorful topping for the slider rolls. Using a measured amount lets you enjoy that buttery taste while keeping the added fat in check.
Worcestershire Sauce: Worcestershire sauce adds savory, tangy depth to the au jus.
Beef Broth: Beef broth forms the base of the dipping sauce, adding moisture and savory flavor without the need for a heavy gravy.
Low-sodium beef broth is a useful choice because the roast beef, cheese, and Worcestershire sauce can already contain significant sodium.
Seasonings: Garlic powder, onion powder, and dried parsley add flavor to the butter topping and au jus without requiring extra butter or salt. Garlic and onion powders provide concentrated savory flavor, while parsley adds a mild herbal note.
Cornstarch: Cornstarch is optional and can be mixed with cold water to thicken the au jus slightly. Only a small amount is needed, and it helps create a dipping sauce that clings nicely to the roast beef and rolls.
Click here to track the points on your Weight Watchers app. The full nutrition information can be found at the bottom of the recipe card.
How to Make French Dip Sliders
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden.
Slice the slider rolls horizontally without separating the individual rolls. Place the bottom half in a baking dish. Layer on the roast beef, cooked onions, and cheese. Place the top half of the rolls over the cheese.
Mix the melted light butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, parsley, and onion powder. Brush evenly over the tops of the rolls.
Cover loosely with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 5–8 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the tops are lightly golden.
While the sliders bake, combine the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder in a saucepan.
Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes. If you prefer a slightly thicker dip, stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer until slightly thickened.
Let the sliders rest for 2–3 minutes, cut apart, and serve warm with individual cups of au jus for dipping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes. You can cook the onions and prepare the au jus a day ahead. Assemble the sliders shortly before baking for the best texture.
Can I make these without Hawaiian rolls?
Yes. Use any soft 12-count slider rolls you prefer. The nutrition and WW Points will change depending on the brand.
French Dip Sliders
Ingredients
For the sliders:
- 12-count package Hawaiian slider rolls
- 10 oz. thinly sliced lean deli roast beef
- 4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
For the topping:
- 1 tablespoon light butter
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon parsley
For the au jus:
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden.
- Slice the slider rolls horizontally without separating the individual rolls. Place the bottom half in a baking dish. Layer on the roast beef, cooked onions, and cheese. Place the top half of the rolls over the cheese.
- Mix the melted light butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, parsley, and onion powder. Brush evenly over the tops of the rolls.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 5–8 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the tops are lightly golden.
- While the sliders bake, combine the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder in a saucepan.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes. If you prefer a slightly thicker dip, stir in the cornstarch slurry and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Let the sliders rest for 2–3 minutes, cut apart, and serve warm with individual cups of au jus for dipping.
Notes
Here are some more Weight Watchers friendly recipes:
Turkey and Cheese Pretzel Sliders
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