Cheeseburger Sliders (Easy, 30-min Recipe)
Ingredients
- 2 lblean ground beef
90/10 or 93/7 fat content
- ½ tbspolive oil
- 1 tspsalt
- 1 tspblack pepper
- 1 tspgarlic powder
- ½ largeyellow onion
finely diced
- ¼ cmayonnaise
- 8 slicemedium cheddar cheese
- 6 ozmedium cheddar)
shredded (or used more sliced cheese
- 24dinner rolls
- 2 tbspunsalted butter
- 1 tbspsesame seeds
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350˚F. Butter the bottom of a rimmed baking sheet.
- 2
Place a large skillet over medium/high heat with 1/2 Tbsp olive oil. Add diced onion then 2 lbs ground beef and break up with a spatula. Season with 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp garlic powder. Sautee over medium/high heat, breaking up the beef and cook just until cooked through then remove from heat.
- 3
Tilt skillet to spoon off and discard excess fat. Stir 1/4 cup mayo into the ground beef.
- 4
Cut buns in half. Place bottom half of dinner rolls on buttered baking sheet and line bread with sliced cheese. Spread ground beef mixture evenly over the sliced cheese, using the back of a spatula to square off the edges. Cover the ground beef with 6 oz of shredded cheddar.
- 5
Place the top of buns, cut-side down, over the burgers. Brush tops with 2 Tbsp melted butter and immediately sprinkle tops with sesame seeds. Bake at 350˚F for 12-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and tops are golden brown.
Cheeseburger Sliders (Easy, 30-min Recipe)
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About this Recipe
Craving those classic, juicy cheeseburger flavors but don't want the fuss of firing up the grill? These Cheeseburger Sliders are your answer! Perfectly sized for easy eating, they bring all the beefy, cheesy goodness you love right to your table, ready in just 30 minutes.
Why This Recipe Works
This recipe shines because it transforms traditional cheeseburgers into a crowd-pleasing format that’s both quick to prepare and incredibly satisfying. The simple combination of lean ground beef, savory seasonings, and generous layers of cheddar cheese ensures every bite is packed with flavor. Plus, the convenience of a make-ahead friendly dish means less stress for you, whether it's for a busy weeknight lunch or a party.
What to Expect
You'll bite into a perfectly seasoned, juicy beef patty, made with lean ground beef for optimal texture and flavor. Each slider is generously topped with a double dose of medium cheddar cheese—both sliced and shredded—melting into a gooey, savory blanket. All of this deliciousness is nestled within a soft dinner roll, lightly brushed with butter and sprinkled with sesame seeds for that authentic burger touch. This recipe yields a hearty 24 servings, making it ideal for sharing.
Customization & Variations
- Cheese: Feel free to adjust the amount of cheddar cheese to your liking, using more shredded or sliced cheese for extra gooeyness.
- Ground Beef: While lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7 fat content) is recommended for juicy results, if you prefer a richer flavor, you could use slightly fattier ground beef; just be sure to drain any excess fat after cooking.
- Onion: The finely diced yellow onion adds a subtle sweetness and texture. If you prefer, you can reduce the amount of onion or omit it entirely.
Serving & Context
These delightful sliders are perfect for game day gatherings, casual weeknight lunches, or any occasion where you need a delicious, satisfying bite for a crowd. Serve them warm straight from the oven for maximum cheesiness.