Cheeseburger Sliders (Easy, 30-min Recipe) (2024)

Cheeseburger Sliders are juicy, cheesy and beefy – everything we love about classic burgers! These sliders are quick and easy, make-ahead, and reheat really well so they’re perfect for meal prep or gatherings. Watch the video tutorial and you’ll be craving them until you make them.

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We made these Cheeseburger sliders for our daughter’s 5th birthday party and we loved not having to stand over the grill to make traditional burgers. I made them earlier in the day which was amazing and took the stress out of making food for a large crowd. The kids were crazy about these cute little hamburger sliders and they disappeared so fast!

P.S. You can easily cut this recipe exactly in half (keeping the baking instructions the same) to feed a smaller family.

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The Best Rolls for Sliders:

To make these burger sliders, use a 24-pack of dinner rolls (or 2 smaller 12-packs). We love the King’s Hawaiian Roll brand for making sliders and our favorite flavors are original Hawaiian Sweet and Savory Butter. You can also use homemade dinner rolls.

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The Best Ground Beef for Cheeseburger Sliders:

Stick with lean ground beef – either 90/10 (10% fat content) or 93/7 (7% fat content). You can use ground beef with a higher fat content if that is what you have on hand since you will be spooning out the extra fat and liquid.

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Tips for Making Hamburger Sliders:

  • Spoon out the excess fat and liquid release from the beef so you don’t end up with soggy buns.
  • Lining the bottom buns with cheese and covering the beef with cheese seals in the juiciness of the beef without making the buns too moist.
  • Apply the sesame seeds as soon as you brush on the butter and they will stick better to the buns.
  • Bake uncovered so the rolls don’t sweat and become soggy.

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Can I Make these Ahead?

Yes! Sliders can be pre-made even a day ahead then covered and refrigerated. If baking from chilled sliders, add an extra 3 minutes or so when baking, or until hot and the cheese is melted.

Sliders also reheat really well. To reheat sliders: microwave each slider uncovered 15-20 seconds or just until the beef is heated through and cheese is melted.

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What to Serve with Sliders:

Sliders are so fun because they can be served as an appetizer, lunch, or main course for dinner. We keep it simple and serve sliders with chilled dill pickles. They are also amazing with Baked Potato Wedges. Because these have the classic profile of cheeseburgers, try dipping them into homemade burger sauces, or use your favorite condiments like ketchup, mayo, and mustard.

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Watch How to Make Sliders Video Tutorial:

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Want More Slider Recipes?

Tell me about your favorite slider recipes in the comments below. We are always looking for delicious new ideas. P.S. If you haven’t tried them, you can also make juicy meatball sliders! Also, let me know if you have any specific recipe requests.

Cheeseburger Sliders (Easy, 30-min Recipe)

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Author: Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com

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Cheeseburger Sliders are juicy, cheesy and beefy - everything we love about classic burgers! These sliders are quick and easy plus they are make-ahead and reheat really well.

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Prep Time: 8 minutes mins

Cook Time: 22 minutes mins

Total Time: 30 minutes mins

Ingredients

Servings: 24 sliders

  • 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
  • 6 oz medium cheddar, shredded (or used more sliced cheese)
  • 24 dinner rolls, (or use 2 packs of 12)
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted, plus more to grease baking sheet
  • 1 Tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F. Butter the bottom of a rimmed baking sheet.

  • 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.

  • Tilt skillet to spoon off and discard excess fat. Stir in 1/4 cup mayo.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Nutrition Per Serving

266kcal Calories21g Carbs16g Protein13g Fat6g Saturated Fat44mg Cholesterol473mg Sodium204mg Potassium2g Fiber1g Sugar194IU Vitamin A1mg Vitamin C201mg Calcium3mg Iron

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Nutrition Facts

Cheeseburger Sliders (Easy, 30-min Recipe)

Amount per Serving

Calories

266

% Daily Value*

Fat

13

g

20

%

Saturated Fat

6

g

38

%

Cholesterol

44

mg

15

%

Sodium

473

mg

21

%

Carbohydrates

21

g

7

%

Fiber

2

g

8

%

Sugar

1

g

1

%

Protein

16

g

32

%

Vitamin A

194

IU

4

%

Vitamin C

1

mg

1

%

Calcium

201

mg

20

%

Iron

3

mg

17

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Course: Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cheeseburger sliders, sliders

Skill Level: Easy

Cost to Make: $$

Calories: 266

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Cheeseburger Sliders (Easy, 30-min Recipe) (2024)

FAQs

How to keep sliders from getting soggy? ›

How Do You Keep Sliders From Getting Soggy? Baking the sliders as we do in this recipe, is what keeps them from getting soggy. By baking them or toasting them, they will hold up longer and take a longer time before getting soggy.

What is slider sauce made of? ›

Prepare the sauce: Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, cornichon, onion, vinegar, sugar, salt, TABASCO® Sauce and mustard together in a mixing bowl.

What makes a burger a slider? ›

History. The name "slider" is believed to have been first used to describe the onion-steamed small burgers at White Castle restaurants. The term has since been picked up by other restaurants, usually to describe a small hamburger, but sometimes used to describe any small sandwich made with a slider bun.

What goes with burger sliders? ›

We keep it simple and serve sliders with chilled dill pickles. They are also amazing with Baked Potato Wedges. Because these have the classic profile of cheeseburgers, try dipping them into homemade burger sauces, or use your favorite condiments like ketchup, mayo, and mustard.

Why are they called funeral sandwiches? ›

They're called Funeral Sandwiches because they were traditionally served after a funeral at the church memorial service.

What is wonder sauce? ›

by Tim Chin. My inspiration was tare—a Japanese term for an all-purpose dipping sauce used for yakitori, noodles, sushi, even hot pot dishes. But ask anyone how to make it, and you'll never get a straight answer. It's essentially thickened soy sauce and sugar with anything else to make it delicious.

What is Michigan zip sauce? ›

Zip Sauce came to life in the 1940s in the kitchen of Lelli's Inn, an Italian restaurant in Detroit. The butter-based steak sauce became so popular among customers that word of it quickly spread, and soon copycat sauces were cropping up in neighboring restaurants.

What is a sauce made from wine called? ›

Sauce bourguignonne is a French sauce with a base of red wine with onions or shallots. Bordelaise sauce is a classic French sauce prepared with red wine, meat glaze or demi-glace, butter, shallots and bone marrow.

How many sliders per person? ›

3 sliders per serving is generally recognised as the norm, though any amount can be consumed. Many restaurants & fast food outlets serve sliders whether it is as a snack to partner up with a chilled beer, or as a collection to enjoy as the main event.

Are sliders healthier than burgers? ›

The food has a unique ability to be both a great fast food option and for higher quality burgers, a good option at a sit-down restaurant. Ironically, burgers may be the healthier option though. This is because only one patty is used to make these whereas sliders are usually served in groups.

Why do my burgers fall apart when I flip them? ›

Go easy on the flipping too. Flipping it also leaves opportunity for unwanted breaking apart of meat. Of course, you're going to have to flip your burger eventually. So, we recommend letting the one side sizzle until the patty is half way cooked through, then flip it once to cook the other side.

What side goes with cheeseburgers? ›

Our 25 Best Sides To Serve With Burgers
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  • 05 of 25. Creamy Broccoli Slaw. ...
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  • 07 of 25. Tomato and Roasted Pepper Salad. ...
  • 08 of 25. Tennessee Onions.

What can you flip a burger with? ›

Offset Spatula: This type of burger spatula has a blade that is set at an angle to the handle. This makes it easier to flip burgers and other foods without getting your hands too close to the grill.

How do you keep sliders from drying out? ›

To keep your sliders moist while cooking them in the oven, you can brush them with a bit of melted butter or olive oil before placing them in the oven. This will help retain the moisture in the sliders and prevent them from drying out.

How do you keep sliders warm for a potluck? ›

Don't stress, there are a few options you can use when keeping appetizers warm. Your first option is to place your baked sliders straight into an aluminum tray and cover tightly with foil. The second option is, as soon as the sliders come out of the oven, stack them one by one into a crockpot set to warm.

How to keep sandwiches from drying out? ›

To keep a sandwich fresh, all you need to do is wrap it in parchment paper and keep it in the fridge when possible. Avoid using a plastic sealable bag to store your sandwich, since they lock in condensation. If you're making a hot sandwich, use tin foil instead to keep it warm.

Can you make sandwiches the night before a party? ›

Originally Answered: Can sandwiches be made the night before? Yes. If it is something that needs to be refrigerated then make sure it is refrigerated. I have always made my lunch the night before when working.

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