Description
Mini slider rolls stuffed with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and classic burger toppings, baked until golden and gooey. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or an easy weeknight dinner option.
Ingredients
Beef Mixture
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Slider Assembly
- 1 (12-count) package slider rolls (Hawaiian or dinner rolls work great)
- 10–12 slices cheddar or American cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (optional)
- 1/4 cup ketchup (optional)
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard (optional)
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
To Serve (Optional)
- Pickles
- Lettuce
- Tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Cook Beef Mixture: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and finely diced onion together until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat to keep the sliders from becoming greasy.
- Season the Beef: Stir in minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes to combine flavors, then remove from heat.
- Prepare Slider Rolls: Slice the slider rolls horizontally, making sure to keep them attached so they pull apart easily. Place the bottom halves in the prepared baking dish.
- Add Condiments (Optional): If using, spread mayonnaise, ketchup, and yellow mustard evenly over the bottom layer of rolls for extra flavor and moisture.
- Assemble Sliders: Spread the seasoned beef mixture evenly over the bottom halves of the rolls. Layer the cheese slices evenly on top of the beef.
- Finish Assembly: Place the top halves of the rolls back on top. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle sesame seeds over them if desired for a nice golden finish and added texture.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes to heat through and melt the cheese.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the tops of the rolls are golden brown.
- Serve: Use a sharp knife to slice into individual sliders. Serve them warm with optional pickles, lettuce, or tomato slices for added freshness and crunch.
Notes
- Great for meal prep: cook the beef mixture ahead of time and assemble before baking.
- Use any cheese you like — pepper jack adds a spicy kick!
- For a Big Mac–style slider, add shredded lettuce and pickles after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course, Party Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
