Looking for a mouthwatering summer recipe that will steal the show at your next barbecue or picnic? My Summer Elote Sliders are the perfect fusion of vibrant flavors and delightful textures, guaranteed to leave your taste buds dancing. Imagine roasted corn mixed with a crunchy slaw, topped with fresh veggies and cheese, all nestled between soft slider buns, drizzled with irresistible sauces. All of this is baked to crispy perfection with a butter mixture over it that brings all the flavors together! These sliders capture the essence of traditional Mexican street corn (elote) and transform it into a fun, bite-sized treat that everyone will love.

Not only are these sliders bursting with flavor, but they're also incredibly easy to make. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen newbie, you'll find this recipe straightforward and rewarding. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or even a quick weeknight dinner, my Summer Elote Sliders are a versatile and delicious addition to your recipe collection. Follow my step-by-step guide to create these delectable sliders and impress your friends and family with a dish that’s as stunning to look at as it is to eat. Ready to dive into a plate of summer perfection? Let’s get started!

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Servings: 12 sliders

Prep Time: 15-20 mins

Cooking Time: 30-40 mins

Total Time: 1 hour

Ingredients: 

Corn Mixture:

• 10 oz roasted corn; check notes

• 5 oz cream cheese; softened

• 1/3 cup finely chopped red onions

• 1/2-1 jalapeno finely chopped

• 1 tsp cumin powder

• 1 tsp paprika powder

• 1/2-1 tsp salt as per taste

• 1/2-1 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2-1 tsp red chili flakes

• 1/8 tsp cinnamon powder

• 1/2 tsp sugar

Creamy Coriander Sauce:

• 1/2 cup coriander chutney

• 3-4 tbsp mayonnaise

Spicy sauce Mixture:

• 2 tbsp spicy ketchup

• 1 tsp tabasco

• 1/4 cup of your favorite Mexican hot sauce

Assembly:

• 1/2 -1 cup shredded slaw mix 

• 1/2-3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese/Mexican cheese blend

• 1/2 cup cotija cheese; optional

• 4-5 Cheese slices- either use cheddar or half pepper jack

• 12 Savory butter slider buns

Butter Mixture:

• 1/2 stick of unsalted butter; 50g

• 1 tbsp everything bagel seasoning

• 1 tsp dried oregano 

• 1 tbsp paprika

• 1 tbsp brown sugar 

Directions: 

1. Spicy sauce Mixture: Mix all the ingredients and keep aside.

2. Creamy Coriander Sauce: Mix all the ingredients and keep them aside.

3. Corn Mixture: In a mixing bowl add the softened cream cheese, onions, corn, jalapenos, and all the spices. Mix till it is combined well and the mixture is ready.

4. Preheat the oven to 350F.

5. Assembly: Assemble the buns on a parchment-lined baking tray to make it easier.

   1. Slice slider buns horizontally in half.

   2. On the bottom half of the buns spread the creamy coriander sauce.

   3. Top it with shredded slaw mixture and then Mexican cheese and crumbled cotija cheese.

   4. Layer the corn mixture over it and spread it out well.

   5. Layer the cheese slices over it.

   6. Spread the spicy sauce on the top part of the slider buns.

   7. Sandwich the slider buns over the cheese slices.

   8. Using a toothpick poke holes in the slider buns. be sure to get all the buns all over.

   9. Butter mixture- Melt butter and mix everything.

   10. Pour the butter mixture over the buns and spread it all over.

6. Cover the buns with foil and bake for 30 mins at 350F.

7. Let it rest for 3-5 mins once out of the oven.

8. Remove the foil, cut, and serve.

9. You can serve these with any condiments you like, but it’s not needed as these are saucy themselves.

Notes/Tips:

• Use savory slider buns. Sweet buns can make this recipe too sweet.

• I used Traders Joe frozen roasted corn that I thawed. You can roast corn cobs and use them. Roasted corn adds so much flavor as compared to regular corn kernels. I highly recommend using roasted corn.

• Ideally, use two different kinds of cheeses. I like the combination of shredded cheddar and pepperjack slices but you can use any you like.

• Do NOT forget to poke the holes in the slider buns.

• Covering with foil is a must so the cheese melts well.

• I use Kings Hawaiian Savory slider buns