Hawaiian Roll Cheeseburger Sliders
These Hawaiian roll cheeseburger sliders bring together seasoned beef, melted cheese, and sweet rolls for a comforting and crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the Sliders
- 2 lbs 80/20 ground beef 80/20 gives the best juiciness
- 12 pack Hawaiian rolls Key for sweet-salty contrast
- 11 slices Colby-Jack cheese (or American cheese) Can swap for sharper cheddar
- 1 large sweet onion, diced Adds sweetness when sautéed
- 24 slices dill pickles For flavor contrast
For the Spread and Seasoning
- 6 tablespoons butter, divided 4 tbsp for toasting, 1 tbsp for onions, 1 tbsp for tops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1.5 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoons pickle juice (from the jar)
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven broiler on high. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment.
- Slice the Hawaiian roll pack horizontally so you have one connected top and one connected bottom.
- Place the cut sides up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Melt 4 tablespoons butter. Brush the inside (cut) sides of all the rolls with the butter.
- Broil the rolls for 3–4 minutes until golden; watch closely to prevent burning.
- Lower oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
Cooking the Beef
- In a large bowl, add the ground beef, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon cracked pepper. Mix gently until combined.
- Press the seasoned beef evenly into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish to form one flat slab.
- Bake the beef slab at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Sautéing Onions
- While the beef bakes, heat 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over low heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until browned and sweet, about 15 minutes.
Assembling the Sliders
- Once the beef is done, drain excess fat and discard the pan juices if needed.
- Arrange the bottom half of the toasted buns on a baking sheet and place a layer of pickles across the bottoms.
- Using two spatulas, carefully lift and transfer the beef slab onto the bottom buns.
- Layer one layer of cheese across the beef, then add a second layer for extra gooeyness (11 slices total).
- Spread the browned onions evenly on top of the cheese.
- Replace the top buns and brush the top with the remaining melted butter; add sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes, until cheese is melted and tops are warmed.
- Let cool for 3–5 minutes, then slice between buns to separate sliders and serve.
Notes
Store sliders in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat by placing them on a baking sheet covered loosely with foil and warm them in a 325°F oven for 8–12 minutes.