These Corned Beef Sliders AKA Reuben Sliders with gooey Swiss cheese, corned beef, homemade Russian dressing, & sauerkraut got rave reviews! Even from the man who had declared his dislike of corned beef for decades!

A Reuben Sandwich is one of my favorite indulgences and both a full-sized sandwich or these sliders are perfect for Corned Beef Leftovers after St. Patrick’s Day.

An individual Corned Beef Sliders in a red ceramic crock.

Why You Must Make

  • These sliders got my husband to actually eat and enjoy corned beef!
  • They’re perfect for game day snacking and tailgates.
  • They have all the elements of a Reuben sandwich in a mini version.
  • You can make these with your St. Patrick’s Day leftovers.

Yes, my half-Irish husband does not like corned beef. His mom would make him a steak every St. Patrick’s Day when she served her traditional corned beef and cabbage meal. Imagine my surprise when he grew interested in these corned beef sliders as they were cooking in the oven!

Reader Endorsement:

 I had made corned beef a day before so I figured I could make some sliders. I found your recipe, quite by chance, and I couldn’t have been happier! My husband thought they were the tastiest item at the tailgate. My daughter-in-law, who is a very picky eater, ate her entire sandwich.

The sandwich has a beautiful balance of sweet and tangy. The buttery topping makes for a very rich flavor. I will definitely make these again. 
Corned Beef Sliders in a white casserole dish with a single slider on a black spatula.

Expert Tips

  • You can definitely use your leftover St. Patrick’s Day corned beef for this recipe. Just slice it very thin. I used deli corned beef which makes it super easy.
  • Homemade Russian dressing is simple to whisk together. But if you’re short on time, look for a decent brand of store-bought Russian salad dressing to use instead.
  • I lined my baking dish with parchment paper for easy cleanup. This is totally optional.
  • There are a couple of other optional steps, including sprinkling the tops with grated Parmesan and a quick stint under the broiler to brown the tops. If you elect to broil, do not walk away or your buns could easily burn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where Did the Reuben Originate?

The Reuben sandwich was reportedly named for Arthur Reuben who once owned Reuben’s Delicatessen in New York City. His original version was made with ham and was introduced around 1914. The corned beef version was served at a poker game in Omaha in 1955. It grew in popularity after it was entered and won a national sandwich competition in 1956.

What is in a Reuben Sandwich?

Served cold or grilled, the classic Reuben starts with sourdough rye bread. It’s generously filled with sliced corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut along with a Russian dressing sauce made with mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish, and Worcestershire sauce.

What’s the Difference Between a Reuben and a Corned Beef Sandwich?

A Reuben is just a specific type of corned beef sandwich using the ingredients listed above.

What is the Sauce in a Reuben Sandwich?

The sauce is a Russian Salad Dressing, made with mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish, and Worcestershire sauce. Use a good store-bought version if you don’t want to make your own, but this retro salad dressing is delicious on tossed salads, too

Corned Beef Sliders in a white ceramic baking dish viewed from above.

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Corned Beef Sliders | All the fabulous flavors of a Reuben Sandwich in a slider!

Corned Beef Sliders Recipe

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Yield 6

Corned Beef Sliders with gooey Swiss cheese, deli corned beef, homemade Russian dressing and sauerkraut even got rave reviews from the man who had declared his dislike of corned beef for decades!

Ingredients

Homemade Russian Dressing:

  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 ½ teaspoons horseradish
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Sliders:

  • 1 package slider buns (12 count)
  • ½ pound sliced corned beef, freshly cut deli version preferred
  • 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
  • 12 slices Swiss cheese (about 8 ounces)

Topping:

  • ¼ cup (½ stick) butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
  • Parmesan, to sprinkle over sandwiches, if desired

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350º.
  2. Make homemade Russian dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire, and salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  3. Cut slider buns in half horizontally. Place the bottom buns in an oven-safe dish (I did not separate them).
  4. Spread dressing on buns. Layer with half the corned beef, half the cheese, the sauerkraut, the rest of the corned beef, and the rest of the cheese.  Add the top buns.
  5. Make the butter topping by mixing all the ingredients together. Drizzle over buns. May sprinkle with more Parmesan if desired.
  6. Cover the buns with foil and bake for 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and sandwiches are heated through.
  7. Remove foil and broil for just a minute if desired.
  8. Cut into individual sliders and serve warm.

Notes

Deli corned beef works best as it's cut nice and thin. But if you'd like to use leftover corned beef, just slice it as thin as possible.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

2 sandwiches

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 463Total Fat: 35gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 96mgSodium: 1025mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 2gSugar: 3gProtein: 25g

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