Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls Recipe

Introduction

These cheeseburger sliders with Hawaiian rolls are a quick and delicious snack perfect for any gathering. Juicy beef, melted cheese, and a sweet, buttery glaze make them irresistible. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re sure to become a crowd favorite.

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 pound lean ground beef (10% fat) or medium ground beef (20% fat)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (regular or light)
• 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce (or ketchup)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (or maple syrup)
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (or Everything Bagel Seasoning)
• 12 Hawaiian rolls (1 package)
• 8 slices cheddar cheese or 6-8 ounces shredded cheese
• 1 tablespoon soft butter (to spread on pan)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking dish or sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil sprayed with oil. For slightly crispy, buttery bottoms, spread a thin layer of soft butter directly on the pan surface.
2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until no pink remains, about 3 minutes. Turn off heat.
3. Step 3: Remove excess grease by tilting the skillet and spooning it off or blotting with a paper towel. Stir in mayonnaise, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
4. Step 4: Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally without separating them. On the bottom half, layer cheese slices to cover the rolls. Add the beef mixture on top, then add another layer of cheese. Place the top half of the rolls back on.
5. Step 5: In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine butter, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar. Microwave for 25 seconds and stir until smooth. Brush the glaze over the tops of the rolls and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
6. Step 6: Place the assembled sliders on the prepared pan. Bake uncovered for 12-15 minutes until warmed through and cheese is melted. Remove from oven, cut into individual sliders along the roll lines with a serrated knife, and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

• Substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based meat for a different twist.
• Use dried onion soup mix instead of fresh onion for convenience.
• Try Montreal Steak Seasoning instead of garlic powder, salt, and pepper for extra flavor.
• Add cooked crispy bacon bits to the beef mixture for added texture and taste.
• For the glaze, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or use melted butter with garlic powder as a simple alternative.
• Replace Hawaiian rolls with slider buns, mini brioche, potato rolls, or dinner rolls as desired.
• Use melty cheeses like provolone, fontina, pepper jack, or American for variety.
• Serve with your favorite dipping sauces such as ketchup, sriracha aioli, ranch, or BBQ sauce.

Storage

Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. To reheat, bake in a 350°F (177°C) oven for 12-15 minutes until warmed through. For longer storage, freeze assembled sliders wrapped tightly in a sealed bag for up to 3 months. Reheat frozen sliders in the oven at 350°F (177°C) for 15-18 minutes.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these sliders ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the beef mixture and even assemble the sliders a day or two in advance. Keep them refrigerated and bake just before serving for best results.

What can I use if I don’t have Hawaiian rolls?

Slider buns, mini brioche buns, potato rolls, mini hamburger buns, or dinner rolls work great as substitutes. Adjust the amount of filling if using larger rolls.

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These Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack featuring a savory ground beef mixture layered with melty cheddar cheese and topped with a sweet and tangy buttery glaze. Perfect for parties and quick meals, they bake to golden perfection with a slightly crispy bottom and soft fluffy rolls.

• Author: nova
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 12 sliders 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Beef Mixture

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 pound lean ground beef (10% fat) or medium ground beef (20% fat)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (regular or light)
• 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce (or ketchup)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Topping for Rolls

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (or maple syrup)
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (or Everything Bagel Seasoning)

Rolls and Cheese

• 12 Hawaiian rolls (1 package)
• 8 slices cheddar cheese or 6–8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon soft butter (to spread on pan)

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Heat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking dish or sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil sprayed with oil, or spread a thin layer of soft butter directly on the pan to help achieve a buttery, slightly crispy bottom on the sliders.
2. Make the Ground Beef Mixture: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until the pink color mostly disappears, about 3 minutes. Turn off the heat. Drain excess grease by tilting the skillet and spooning it out or blotting with paper towels. Stir in mayonnaise, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
3. Assemble the Sliders: Slice the Hawaiian rolls horizontally but keep the halves attached. On the bottom half of the rolls, layer slices of cheddar cheese to cover the surface. Spread the beef mixture evenly over the cheese, then add another layer of cheese on top of the beef. Place the top halves of the rolls back onto the sliders, sandwiching the filling.
4. Prepare Glaze and Bake: In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine butter, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar. Microwave for about 25 seconds, then stir well to combine the glaze. Brush the glaze generously over the tops of the rolls and immediately sprinkle sesame seeds on top so they stick. Place the assembled sliders on the prepared pan and bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until heated through and the cheese is melted.
5. Serve: Remove sliders from the oven and cut into individual portions along the roll lines with a serrated knife. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.

Notes

• Substitute ground beef with ground turkey, ground chicken, or plant-based ground beef for variations.
• Use dried onion soup mix or dried onion flakes instead of fresh onions if desired.
• Montreal steak seasoning can replace garlic powder, salt, and pepper for a different flavor.
• Add a splash of hot sauce or Worcestershire sauce or crispy bacon bits to the beef mixture for extra flavor.
• For the topping glaze, you can add Worcestershire sauce or simply brush melted butter with a pinch of garlic powder.
• Roll substitutes include slider buns, mini brioche, potato rolls, mini hamburger buns, or dinner rolls; adjust portion size accordingly.
• Cheese options can be cheddar, provolone, gruyere, fontina, pepper jack, or American cheese, either sliced or shredded.
• Serve with condiments like ketchup, mustard, mayo, sriracha aioli, chipotle sauce, ranch, Thousand Island, BBQ sauce, horseradish, or pesto.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
• Make the beef mixture and glaze ahead of time; assemble and bake on serving day.
• Sliders can be prepared several hours ahead, refrigerated, then baked before serving.
• Freeze assembled sliders wrapped tightly for up to 3 months; bake from frozen at 350°F for 15-18 minutes to reheat.

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