Description
These cheesy, savory Cheeseburger Sliders are mini handheld versions of the classic American cheeseburger, perfect for parties, game day, or family dinners. Juicy ground beef patties are seasoned and cooked to perfection, layered with melty cheddar, tangy pickles, and a zesty burger sauce, all nestled in soft slider buns and finished in the oven for sliders that are irresistibly delicious and easy to share.
Ingredients
Buns & Toppings
- 12 slider buns (such as King’s Hawaiian Rolls or potato buns)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced dill pickles
Beef Patties
- 1 pound ground beef (preferably 80/20)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Burger Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep Buns: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Carefully cut all slider buns in half horizontally. Arrange the bottom halves on the prepared baking sheet, ready for toppings.
- Make Beef Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until the seasoning is evenly distributed—avoid overmixing to keep the patties tender.
- Shape and Cook Patties: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Form the seasoned beef into 12 small patties, about 2 inches in diameter. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are nicely browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- Prepare Burger Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, and yellow mustard. This creamy, tangy sauce will add classic cheeseburger flavor to every bite.
- Assemble Sliders: Spread a layer of the burger sauce over the cut sides of both the top and bottom buns. On each bottom bun, layer some shredded cheddar cheese, a cooked beef patty, and a sprinkle of diced pickles. Add any additional preferred toppings. Cap each with a top bun.
- Bake and Serve: Place the assembled sliders back onto the baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and buns are lightly toasted. Remove from the oven and serve immediately while warm and gooey.
Notes
- Use ground beef with 20% fat for the juiciest, most flavorful patties.
- King’s Hawaiian Rolls are popular for sweetness and softness, but any small roll (like potato buns) works well.
- Customize with your favorite burger toppings: sliced tomatoes, lettuce, or caramelized onions.
- Sliders can be prepped ahead and baked just before serving for maximum freshness.
- To save time, you can prepare the burger sauce and shape the patties in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
