Description
These Cheeseburger Sliders are a perfect party appetizer or a fun family meal. Juicy seasoned ground beef baked to perfection on soft Hawaiian rolls, topped with melted cheese, sautéed onions, and a flavorful buttery glaze with Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Easy to prepare and sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
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Beef Mixture
- 2 lbs lean ground beef (85% lean)
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp ground black pepper
Other Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ white onion, diced
- 12 slider-sized Hawaiian rolls (1 package)
- 12 (¾ oz.) cheese snack bars (any flavor, Borden recommended)
Butter Topping
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (½ stick)
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tbsp sesame seeds (plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the sliders.
- Mix beef and spices: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with garlic powder, kosher salt, and ground black pepper, mixing gently to blend the seasonings evenly without overworking the meat.
- Form beef layer: Press the seasoned ground beef evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish, making a flat and uniform layer for even cooking.
- Bake the beef: Place the dish in the oven and bake the beef layer for 20 minutes. Once done, carefully drain any excess liquid and set the beef aside.
- Prepare rolls: Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half lengthwise and arrange the bottom halves in a lined baking pan, creating a base for the sliders.
- Assemble beef on rolls: Spread the cooked beef layer evenly over the bottom halves of the rolls.
- Sauté onions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onions and stir to coat them with oil, cooking until translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add toppings: Evenly distribute the cooked onions over the beef layer, then layer the cheese snack bars on top and cover with the top halves of the rolls.
- Make butter topping: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, kosher salt, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and ½ tablespoon sesame seeds to create a flavorful glaze.
- Apply butter glaze: Brush the prepared butter mixture liberally over the top of the slider buns, making sure to cover them well; sprinkle additional sesame seeds on top for garnish.
- Bake assembled sliders: Place the assembled sliders back in the oven and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the bread is toasted and the cheese has melted.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove from oven, slice the sliders individually, and serve hot. Enjoy these delicious cheeseburger sliders as a savory treat!
Notes
- Use lean ground beef (85%) to reduce excess grease but maintain juiciness.
- Drain the beef well after initial baking to avoid soggy sliders.
- Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce add a tangy depth to the butter glaze.
- Cheese snack bars melt perfectly for slider-sized portions; substitute with sliced cheddar if unavailable.
- Make sure to brush the butter mixture thoroughly on the buns for a golden, flavorful crust.
- These sliders can be prepared in advance and reheated in the oven before serving.
