Cheeseburger Sliders

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Easy Cheeseburger Sliders have the classic flavor of your favorite burgers in bite-size form without the fuss of forming or grilling a single burger patty! A saucy ground beef mixture is nestled between two soft slider buns and topped with cheddar cheese and dill pickle. Perfect for a quick dinner and great for parties - the kids love them too!

I love serving trays of Turkey and Cheese Sliders at family parties, as you can easily make a dozen sandwiches with just a little bit of effort! These mini cheeseburgers are very similar in theory, except you cook ground beef in a burger sauce mixture then spread it over the rolls kind of like Sloppy Joes. One batch makes enough for 12 sandwiches and fit in a standard baking dish, which is perfect for a hungry family (and leftovers) or easy entertaining!

Why You'll Love These Cheeseburger Sliders

Perfect party food. This easy cheeseburger sliders recipe is absolutely ideal for game day, birthday parties, potlucks, and other gatherings! Each batch makes enough for an entire 12-pack of dinner rolls and they're the perfect size to enjoy with potato salad, pasta salad, and all your favorite potluck fixings.
Meaty and cheesy. The ground beef is brown then cooked with a mixture of ketchup and mayonnaise for that burger sauce flavor. They taste just like classic burgers in bite-sized form!
Extremely quick to make. Since you don't need to make individual patties or anything, this recipe comes together really quickly. It just takes 30 minutes from start to finish. With so few ingredients required to make these sliders from scratch, you can easily throw them together for a last-minute dinner or party!
Kid-friendly option. The small handheld size and traditional flavors also make these sliders a big hit with the kids! They love them just as much as regular burgers or Sloppy Joes. Mini burgers are ideal for kids' parties.

Ingredient Notes

To make these delicious Cheeseburger Sliders, you will need the following ingredients (full measurements in recipe card below):

avocado oil - to brown the beef and onion. Olive oil works well too.
ground beef - since the sauce is so creamy, I prefer to use lean ground beef with a lower fat content.
yellow onion - thinly sliced and sauteed for that classic burger flavor.
Worcestershire sauce - to give the beef a deeply savory note.
ketchup - instead of squirting ketchup on each burger, it's mixed into the meat for a tomato-y flavor.
mayonnaise - this adds a creamy, saucy texture and lots of flavor.
salt and pepper
dinner rolls - you can use any type of dinner rolls or even make your own yeast rolls, but make sure they are slider size.
cheddar cheese - this is sprinkled on top of the meat mixture before baking so it gets nice and melty.
dill pickles - these are optional, but I love adding thinly sliced pickles on top for a tangy note.
melted butter - to brush the rolls before baking.

You will also need measuring spoons, a large skillet, baking sheet, parchment paper, sharp serrated knife, and a basting brush.

How to Make the Best Cheeseburger Sliders

Cook meat. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the oil is sizzling hot, about 1 minute. Add ground beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Break up beef into small pieces to help even browning.
Saute onions. Add onion and sauté until tender, about 2-3 minutes.

Add sauce. Add Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.

Slice rolls. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the dinner rolls on the lined baking sheet. Slice the rolls evenly in half lengthwise and leave the bottom half in the baking sheet.
Assemble. Spread the beef mixture evenly over the bottom half of the rolls, top with shredded cheddar cheese, and a sliced pickle. Finish by adding with the top half of rolls on top.

Bake. Brush the tops evenly with melted butter and bake in a 350F preheated oven until golden brown and the cheese is completely melted, about 12-15 minutes. Slice and serve warm

Recipe Variations

Serve with your favorite burger toppings. These mini burgers are delicious all on their own, but they're also so tasty with the standard toppings like sliced lettuce, tomato, onion, and more.
Use sliced cheese. If you don't have shredded cheese or want an even cheesier sandwich, lay slices of cheese on the bottom buns before adding the meat mixture. American cheese slices are a great option for that classic diner flavor, but we love cheddar.
Make burger-sized sandwiches. Instead of making small individual sliders, this meaty filling can easily be added to full-sized burger buns as well. You won't get as many servings, but they're a fun alternative to regular burgers on a busy weeknight!
Add a little sweetness. If you prefer sweet burger sauces, add a couple of teaspoons of brown sugar to the meat filling.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds. After brushing the tops of the rolls with butter, sprinkle a few sesame seeds for a traditional burger look.

How to Serve

These homemade Cheeseburger Sliders are delicious served on its own, or paired with some of my favorite burger sides including:

For more recipes, see our 25+ Best BBQ Side Dishes.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Slice before serving. You can just pick up a slider to remove it from the pan, but some meat may spill out along the sides. If you run a knife between the rolls before serving, the meat will move to one side or the other for less spillage.
Season to taste. This recipe won't need much seasoning thanks to the tasty sauce, but it does help to add a little salt and pepper. Give it a taste before serving to make sure it's well seasoned.
Line the pan. For easy serving and cleanup, line the baking dish with parchment paper first.

Storing and Freezing Instructions

How to Store

Store any leftover sliders in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days. Technically, they can last a few days longer, but the buns can become soggy from the moisture of the meat filling.

How to Reheat

The quickest option is to microwave the slider for 1-2 minutes or until fully warmed through, but this can cause the rolls to become overly soft. I prefer to bake the leftovers in a 350 degree oven or air fryer for 5-10 minutes instead.

How to Freeze

It's easiest to freeze any leftover filling, then thaw and assemble a fresh batch of sliders. Otherwise, the buns will become soggy as the meat mixture thaws in the fridge.

FAQ

Can you make cheeseburger sliders with Hawaiian rolls?

Yes, these burger sliders can be made with any type of dinner rolls, and King's Hawaiian rolls are an especially tasty option. The sweet and savory flavors work really well together.

Can you make sliders with ground beef?

I love making mini burgers with dinner rolls and small patties, but there's an even easier option! If you cook ground beef with mayo and ketchup, you'll get the same meaty texture and burger flavor without having to form the ground beef into patties or grilling them. They're like Sloppy Joes, but in burger form. They're so quick to make!

How do you make cheeseburger sliders on a sheet pan?

If you're hosting a big party and need enough food to feed a large crew, break out a half-sheet pan. Each one can hold two 12-packs of dinner rolls, so you can make a double batch of this cheeseburger slider recipe and arrange them side by side. It takes the same amount of effort, but you'll get 24 sliders per tray.

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