Derby Hot Brown Sliders (Printable)

Tender turkey and bacon with creamy cheese sauce on fluffy brioche sliders, ideal for any party.

# What You Need:

→ For the Sliders

01 - 12 brioche slider buns
02 - 12 slices roasted turkey breast
03 - 12 slices cooked bacon
04 - 1 large tomato, thinly sliced
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted for brushing

→ For the Mornay Sauce

06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
07 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
08 - 1 cup whole milk
09 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
10 - 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese or sharp white cheddar
11 - 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
12 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ For Garnish

15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
16 - 1/4 cup extra Parmesan cheese optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add milk and cream, whisking until smooth and thickened, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Gruyère, Parmesan, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
03 - Slice the brioche buns in half. Place the bottom halves on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Layer each bun bottom with a slice of roasted turkey, a tomato slice, a spoonful of Mornay sauce, and a slice of crispy bacon.
05 - Place the bun tops on each slider. Brush tops lightly with melted butter.
06 - Sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese over the sliders if desired.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the buns are golden and the filling is warmed through.
08 - Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bite-sized elegance perfect for entertaining and parties
  • Classic Kentucky flavors in a convenient slider format
  • Creamy, cheesy Mornay sauce made from scratch
  • Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish
  • Easy to assemble ahead and bake right before serving
  • Crispy bacon and tender turkey create the perfect texture contrast
02 -
  • Toast the brioche buns lightly before assembling for extra crunch and to prevent sogginess
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan and Gruyère rather than pre-shredded for the smoothest sauce
  • Don't skip the nutmeg—it adds essential warmth and complexity to the Mornay
  • Brush the bun tops with melted butter for a beautiful golden finish
  • Let the bacon cool slightly before layering to prevent the cheese from melting prematurely
  • Cover assembled sliders loosely with foil if the tops brown too quickly during baking
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