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Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe

Easy Cheeseburger Sliders

iamwinfred
These pull-apart cheeseburger sliders combine juicy seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and soft Hawaiian rolls baked together in one pan. Perfect for game day, parties, or quick weeknight dinners, they deliver all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in an easy, crowd-pleasing format that takes just 30 minutes from start to finish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 12 sliders
Calories 295 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Sharp serrated knife For slicing rolls horizontally
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Small mixing bowl For butter topping and sauce
  • Slotted spoon
  • Pastry brush
  • Aluminum foil

Ingredients
  

For the Sliders

  • 1 package Hawaiian sweet rolls 12 count
  • 1 pound lean ground beef 454g, 90/10 or 93/7
  • 1 medium white onion diced
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 12 slices American cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 113g
  • dill pickle slices optional

For the Butter Topping

  • 3 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Burger Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Slice the connected sheet of Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally and place the bottom half in the prepared dish.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground beef, breaking it apart until browned (8-10 minutes). Season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Add the diced onion to the cooked beef and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in yellow mustard and Worcestershire sauce, then transfer to a plate using a slotted spoon.
  • Layer American cheese slices on the bottom rolls, top with the beef mixture, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, add pickle slices if using, then place the top half of rolls over everything.
  • Mix melted butter, garlic powder, and sesame seeds in a small bowl. Brush generously over the top of the rolls.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 10 minutes, then remove foil and bake 10-12 minutes more until cheese is melted and tops are golden brown.
  • While sliders bake, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and pickle relish in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and refrigerate until serving.
  • Let sliders rest for 2-3 minutes after removing from oven, then cut between individual rolls if needed. Serve hot with burger sauce on the side.

Notes

  • Don't skip draining excess grease from the beef - even lean beef can make buns soggy. Use a slotted spoon when transferring.
  • Keep the Hawaiian rolls connected in one sheet - this creates the fun pull-apart effect and makes assembly easier.
  • Use a serrated knife to slice the rolls horizontally without squishing them.
  • Layer cheese on both sides - American cheese on bottom prevents soggy buns, cheddar on top adds the perfect cheese pull.
  • Let the butter topping soak in for 2-3 minutes before baking for better flavor penetration.
  • Make-ahead friendly: Assemble completely, cover tightly, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Add 5 minutes to covered baking time when baking from cold.
  • Burger sauce tastes better when made a day ahead - the flavors meld together beautifully.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven at 350°F for 10-12 minutes.
  • Freeze individual sliders wrapped in plastic wrap then placed in freezer bags for up to 2 months.
  • Try variations: add bacon, swap Swiss cheese for mushroom sliders, or use jalapeños and pepper jack for a spicy kick.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliderCalories: 295kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 425mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg
Keyword cheeseburger sliders, easy sliders, game day food, hawaiian roll sliders, party food
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