Cheeseburger Sliders
Quick and easy cheeseburger sliders made with seasoned beef, melty cheddar, and soft dinner rolls, perfect for weeknight dinners or parties.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lb lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7) Leans melt less fat but stay juicy with the mayo.
- 1/2 Tbsp olive oil To soften the onions and prevent sticking.
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 large yellow onion, finely diced Adds sweetness and texture.
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise Binds the beef and keeps it moist. Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt can substitute.
- 8 slices medium cheddar cheese For a solid melted layer between bun and beef.
- 6 oz medium cheddar, shredded Adds loose, melty coverage over the beef.
- 24 pieces dinner rolls Two packs of 12 work well. Classic slider rolls or potato rolls both work.
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted Plus more butter to grease the baking sheet.
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds Optional, for a bakery-style finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Butter the bottom of a rimmed baking sheet so rolls don’t stick.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high and add 1/2 Tbsp olive oil. Add the diced onion and sauté until slightly translucent, about 2 minutes.
- Add the 2 lb ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and season with 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp garlic powder. Cook over medium-high just until no pink remains, stirring occasionally to crumble. Remove from heat.
- Tilt the skillet and spoon off any excess fat. Return the pan to a cool burner briefly if needed, then stir 1/4 cup mayonnaise into the cooked beef until evenly combined.
- Slice the buns in half horizontally. Place the bottom halves on the buttered baking sheet in a single layer.
- Line the cut sides of the bottom buns with the 8 slices of cheddar. Spread the beef mixture evenly over the sliced cheese.
- Sprinkle the 6 oz shredded cheddar evenly over the beef. Top with the bun tops, cut-side down.
- Brush the tops with 2 Tbsp melted butter and immediately sprinkle sesame seeds over them.
- Bake at 350˚F for 12–15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown. Remove from oven, slice between buns if not already separated, and serve warm.
Notes
If you want a lower-sodium option, use low-salt mayonnaise and reduce the added salt by half, then taste before baking.