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Cheeseburger Sliders

Published: Mar 14, 2022 · Modified: Sep 6, 2022 by Anna 4 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission.

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These Cheeseburger Sliders are made with cooked, seasoned ground beef, shredded cheddar cheese, and sweet Hawaiian buns! This easy party appetizer is quick and easy to make and fun to serve!

Cheeseburger sliders on a white plate.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe

When it comes to summer parties and gatherings, sliders are always a favorite dish! Instead of grilling individual burgers, you can quickly make burger sliders (even prep them ahead of time!) that are bound to disappear quickly. Seasoned beef and shredded cheddar are baked together in Hawaiian buns until the cheese is melted and the tops golden brown. They are juicy, cheesy and everything you love about cheeseburgers!

Ingredients:

Ingredients for cheeseburger sliders on a board.
  • ground beef: the leaner you can get; ground turkey works too
  • cheese: I used cheddar but American cheese works too
  • slider buns: Hawaiian rolls or dinner rolls
  • onion: adds flavor to the meat
  • butter: for brushing the tops of buns
  • sesame seeds: optional but recommended for the tops of buns

How to make Cheeseburger Sliders?

  • Start by sauteing the chopped onion in a pan.
  • Add ground beef and cook until nicely browned. Add salt, pepper, and crushed pepper flakes.
Chopped onion in a pan and ground beef cooked in a pan.
  • Slice buns in half lengthwise. Place the bottom part on a baking sheet or baking dish.
  • Top with half of the shredded cheese.
  • Place cooked meat on top of the cheese.

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Shredded cheddar on buns and meat on cheese.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the meat.
  • Place the top part of the buns and brush it with melted butter. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of buns.
  • Bake for 15 minutes.
Top layer of buns brushed with butter.

What to serve with sliders?

Think about your favorite burger side dishes: fries, slaws, salads, baked beans, corn. Let's not forget the sauces! My Big Mac Copycat Sauce is perfect with these cheeseburger sliders! You can also serve them with fry sauce, garlic aioli, or ketchup.

Best tips:

  • beef: I recommend using ground beef with slightly higher fat content, not lean. Otherwise, the meat layer will be dry.
  • cheese: if you want the classic burger taste, use American sliced cheese for the bottom layer. I never have it on hand and prefer freshly shredded cheddar instead.
  • buns: we like sweet rolls like Hawaiian buns for this dish but any small dinner rolls work great!
  • variations: add sliced jalapenos, pickles, bacon, or other burger toppings to these sliders!

Recipe FAQs:

Can I make cheeseburger sliders ahead of time?

These sliders can be prepared and stored for up to 2 days, before baking. You can cook the meat and even freeze it. Assemble the sliders and bake before serving.

Storing leftovers and reheating:

Any leftovers should be stored in the fridge. You can pop them in the oven to reheat or use an air fryer. Some have a "reheat" setting.

Sliders on an oval plate.

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If you like this recipe and make it, let me know in the comments below! Don't forget to rate it if you enjoyed it!

Cheeseburger sliders on a white plate.

Cheeseburger Sliders

Author: Anna
These Cheeseburger Sliders are made with cooked, seasoned ground beef, shredded cheddar cheese, and sweet Hawaiian buns! This easy party appetizer is quick and easy to make and fun to serve!
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 328 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 12 Hawaiian buns
  • ½ medium yellow onion chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 tablespoons butter divided
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions
 

  • In a medium skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add chopped onion and saute until translucent.
    3 tablespoons butter, ½ medium yellow onion
  • Add beef to skillet and break it down with a spatula. Cook until nicely browned. Add salt, pepper and crushed pepper flakes. Remove meat from heat. Set aside.
    1 lb ground beef, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Preheat oven to 350° Fahrenheit.
  • Prepare a 13" x 9" baking pan or dish.
  • Slice Hawaiian rolls in half, lengthwise. Place the bottom part in the baking pan.
    12 Hawaiian buns
  • Top the bottom rolls part with half of the cheddar cheese. Spread it evenly.
    3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • Place meat mixture on top of cheese, spreading evenly.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of meat layer.
  • Finish by closing the sliders with the top bun part.
  • Melt butter in a small bowl and brush on top of sliders.
  • Sprinkle the sliders with sesame seeds.
    1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the tops of the buns are golden brown.
  • Serve.

Notes

  • These sliders can be prepared and stored for up to 2 days, before baking. You can cook the meat and even freeze it. Assemble the sliders and bake before serving.
  • Add sliced jalapenos, pickles, bacon, or other burger toppings to these sliders.
  • I recommend using ground beef with slightly higher fat content, not lean. Otherwise, the meat layer will be dry.
  • Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.

Nutrition

Calories: 328kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 414mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 383IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Jola says

    October 05, 2024 at 10:38 am

    5 stars
    They're absolutely delicious. I only added pickled cucumbers because I love it. Poetry of taste

    Reply
  2. Betsy says

    March 16, 2022 at 9:58 pm

    5 stars
    Great as an appetizer or main course! Love how easy these are! Super tasty, too!

    Reply
  3. Jennifer says

    March 16, 2022 at 9:46 pm

    5 stars
    Cheeseburger sliders are NEVER a bad idea!! So yummy!

    Reply
  4. Katie says

    March 16, 2022 at 6:04 pm

    5 stars
    I like how these are easy to throw together and make in bulk. Classic and delicious!

    Reply
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