Description
Cheeseburger sliders showcase miniature beef patties nestled between pillowy potato rolls with melted cheese. Grill masters and backyard barbecue enthusiasts can quickly craft these delectable bite-sized sandwiches you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 6 slices American cheese
Bread:
- 12 Hawaiian Rolls (1 package King’s Hawaiian preferred)
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F, ensuring an even temperature for consistent cooking.
- Cut parchment paper to match the dimensions of the Hawaiian roll tray, creating a precise cooking surface.
- Spread ground beef across the parchment paper, forming a rectangular shape slightly larger than the intended size to compensate for meat shrinkage during cooking.
- Evenly distribute seasoned salt and black pepper across the meat surface for balanced flavor.
- Transfer the parchment-lined meat to a rimmed baking sheet and cook for 15-17 minutes until meat juices run clear and the beef is thoroughly cooked.
- While meat is cooking, carefully slice the connected Hawaiian rolls horizontally, maintaining the roll structure as one large top and bottom bun.
- Melt butter and combine with garlic salt, creating a fragrant and flavorful topping for the sliders.
- After cooking, drain excess grease from the meat to prevent sogginess.
- Place the bottom bun layer upside down directly on the cooked meat, then carefully flip the entire preparation onto a clean baking sheet.
- Remove the parchment paper and layer cheese slices across the meat surface.
- Position the top buns over the cheese and generously brush with the prepared garlic butter mixture.
- Return to the oven for 3-4 minutes, allowing cheese to melt and buns to turn golden brown.
- Optional: Wrap sliders in foil after baking to retain moisture and enhance steaming effect.
- Slice into individual sliders and serve immediately while hot and fresh.
Notes
- Meat Mastery Choose high-fat ground beef (80/20 blend) for juicier, more flavorful sliders that won’t dry out during baking.
- Strategic Seasoning Distribute seasoned salt and pepper evenly across meat surface to ensure consistent flavor in every bite.
- Moisture Magic Let cooked meat rest for 2-3 minutes after baking to redistribute juices, preventing dry slider textures.
- Dairy Flexibility Swap regular cheese with dairy-free alternatives like vegan cheddar for lactose-intolerant or plant-based diets without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg