This Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe brings all the flavor with seasoned beef, melty cheese, and sweet Hawaiian rolls, finished with a savory sauce and baked to perfection.
author’s note
The Sliders Everyone Begs Me To Bring To Get Togethers!
I’m a big fan of sliders, seriously, I have a ton of recipes on my site, but these cheeseburger sliders might just be my new favorite. Combining one of my all-time favorite foods (burgers, duh) with one of my go-to appetizers (sliders) was a no-brainer, and they did not disappoint.
It’s like getting all the burger flavor but in slider form, quick and easy. After bringing them to a get-together, I had so many people asking me to bring them again or to get the recipe ASAP, so here I am, finally sharing the long-awaited cheeseburger slider recipe. I hope you enjoy it!
Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe Ingredients
| Ingredient | Swaps or Tips |
|---|---|
| Hawaiian rolls | Any soft dinner roll works, but Hawaiian adds the best flavor. |
| Lean ground beef (93/7) | Use 85/15 for a juicier slider or swap with ground turkey. |
| Beef seasonings | Add smoked paprika or Worcestershire for deeper flavor. |
| Cheese | Choose pre-sliced or freshly grated for the best melt. I suggest sharp cheese for more flavor. |
| Garlic herb or plain butter | Plain melted butter works great; add dried parsley for color. |
| Sesame seeds | The seeds give them that classic cheeseburger feel. |
The Sauce That Ties It All Together
- Mayonnaise: Use high-quality mayo. It makes a difference!
- Yellow mustard: Stick to classic yellow, avoiding Dijon or grainy varieties.
- Pickle relish: Relish adds sweetness and texture to this cheeseburger sliders recipe.
- Sauce seasonings: These are the same as the beef seasonings, but we include paprika.
How To Make Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe
- Prep: Preheat the oven. Slice the rolls in half.
- Beef: Brown the beef with seasonings; drain and let it cool slightly.
- Sauce: Mix the sauce ingredients; incorporate some into the beef.
- Assemble: Spread sauce on both halves of rolls; layer with cheese, beef, and cheese.
- Bake: Bake the bottom half. Then add the top half, brush with butter, and bake again.
For The Ultimate Spread, Serve Sliders With:
- Crispy fries/tater tots/roasted sweet potatoes: These make a classic, crunchy side.
- Coleslaw: Fresh, tangy, and even delicious stuffed inside a slider.
- Pickle spears: You could alternatively add slices of pickles to individual sliders.
- Garden salad or fruit salad: It’s a great light side.
- Potato Salad: Creamy and tangy potato salad is a crowd favorite.
Storage
Though this Cheeseburger Sliders recipe is best enjoyed fresh, the leftovers are still quite tasty!
- Refrigerate: Cool and then place in an airtight bag; store in the fridge for 3-5 days.
- Reheat: Warm in the oven or air fryer until heated through. (Avoid microwave)
More Delicious Slider Recipes:
Cheeseburger Sliders
Cheeseburger Sliders featuring seasoned beef, melty cheese, and a buttery topping on soft Hawaiian rolls.
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Equipment
- Large pan heavy-bottomed
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
Sliders
- 12 count Hawaiian sweet dinner rolls see note 1
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef 93/7
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 8 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese see note 2
Sauce
- 3/4 cup mayo
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping
- 3-1/2 tablespoons garlic-herb butter melted, see note 3
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch pan with cooking spray and line it with parchment paper. Without separating them, slice the slab of rolls horizontally into two halves.
- Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over high heat. Add the ground beef, brown it, and crumble it. As it cooks, season the beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Drain off any excess grease and let the beef cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients until smooth. Set aside 1/4 cup of the sauce and mix it into the slightly cooled beef. Spread 3 tablespoons of sauce on the bottom half of the rolls and another 3 tablespoons on the top half. Store any leftover sauce in the fridge, covered.
- Place the bottom half of the rolls in the prepared pan. Layer half the cheese over the rolls. Evenly distribute the beef over the cheese. Top with the remaining cheese. Bake this arrangement without the top half of the rolls for 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and add the top slab of rolls. Use a pastry brush to spread the melted butter over the top and sides of the rolls. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Cover pan with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 5–10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Serve hot, cutting into individual sliders. Enjoy with any leftover sauce for dipping!
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Recipe Notes
Note 1: Keep the rolls intact and slice in half horizontally. 
Note 2: Choose either an 8-ounce block of Cheddar to shred yourself, or an 8-ounce package of pre-sliced cheese, ideally with 12 slices. Sharp Cheddar has more flavor!
Note 3: For butter, I like Kerrygold® garlic butter. Or mix 3-1/2 tablespoons of butter with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning for a homemade version.
Storage: For leftovers, cool and store in an airtight bag in the fridge for 3–5 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer until heated through; avoid the microwave.
Note 2: Choose either an 8-ounce block of Cheddar to shred yourself, or an 8-ounce package of pre-sliced cheese, ideally with 12 slices. Sharp Cheddar has more flavor!
Note 3: For butter, I like Kerrygold® garlic butter. Or mix 3-1/2 tablespoons of butter with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning for a homemade version.
Storage: For leftovers, cool and store in an airtight bag in the fridge for 3–5 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer until heated through; avoid the microwave.Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 359kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 392mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 347IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 142mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
