Description
Cheeseburger Sliders (Easy, 30-min Recipe) are the perfect bite-sized treats that everyone will love! These mini cheeseburgers combine the juicy flavors of seasoned ground beef and gooey cheddar cheese, all nestled between soft dinner rolls. Ideal for game day parties, family gatherings, or casual get-togethers, these sliders are not only quick to prepare but can also be made ahead of time for stress-free entertaining. With endless customization options for toppings, you can cater to everyone’s taste preferences while ensuring a delicious and satisfying experience in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7 fat content)
- 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 large yellow onion (finely diced)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 8 slices medium cheddar cheese
- 24 dinner rolls
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and butter the bottom of a rimmed baking sheet.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and sauté diced onion until translucent. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder; cook until browned.
- Drain excess fat from the beef mixture. Stir in mayonnaise until well combined.
- Cut dinner rolls in half and lay the bottom halves on the buttered baking sheet. Layer with sliced cheese, then evenly distribute the beef mixture on top. Add shredded cheddar cheese.
- Place the top halves of the buns cut-side down over the filling, brush with melted butter, sprinkle sesame seeds on top, and bake for 12 – 15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (about 95g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your sliders with various toppings like pickles or diced tomatoes. For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey for beef.