These classic cheeseburger sliders using sweet Hawaiian rolls are cheesy, juicy and are also the perfect game day recipe. This slider recipe is great to feed a hungry crowd. The individual sliders are the perfect size turning traditional burgers into delicious appetizers.
This easy recipe is the perfect appetizer for game day, birthday parties and can also be a great addition to any summer barbecue. They are a staple at July 4th, Memorial Day or Labor Day weekend parties. These Hawaiian roll cheeseburger sliders are also great to make for dinner for busy weeknights and busy school nights. These baked cheeseburger sliders are a delicious recipe resembling classic burgers that the whole family is going to love.
This was inspired by my Philly Cheesesteak Sliders on this site, and pairs well with this Homemade Potato Chips.
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Ingredients
- Sweet Hawaiian slider rolls
- ground beef
- cheddar cheese slices
- onion
- shredded lettuce
- mayonnaise
- ketchup
- yellow mustard
- dill relish
- paprika
- garlic powder
- salt
- black pepper
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spread ground beef in an even layer in a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish. Season with salt, pepper and garlic. Bake for 20 minutes. Add slices of cheddar cheese. Bake another 3 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Step 2: Add mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, dill relish, paprika and garlic powder into a small bowl. Mix until combined. Set aside. Slice the onions. Heat up olive oil in a frying pan and cook the onions until they begin to caramelize.
- Step 3: Cut sheet of slider rolls in half. Spread shredded lettuce on the bottom half of the rolls. Place sheet of cooked ground beef on top of the bed of lettuce. Spread the sautéed onions on top of the layer of cheese.
- Step 4: Spread burger sauce evenly on top sheet of slider rolls. Place the top layer of slider rolls on top of the onions. Cut the sliders and serve with extra burger sauce.
Hint: grease will pool in the bottom of the baking dish when cooking the ground beef. Drain this excess grease before placing the cheddar cheese slices on top of the meat.
Substitutions
- Lettuce - instead of ice berg lettuce, you can use romaine lettuce or spinach
- Bun - use gluten free buns instead of white bread buns to make this gluten free
- Sauce - replace the burger sauce with a campfire sauce for a different flavor profile
Variations
- Spicy - add chili pepper flakes on top of the ground beef to add a little heat. Hot sauce can also be added to the burger sauce for extra spice
- Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders - add crispy bacon slices for a delicious addition of flavor and texture
- Philly Cheesesteak - replace the ground beef with chipped beef and omit the shredded lettuce. Replace the burger sauce with a garlic aioli or maynnaise
- Burger - take these flavors and make them a normal sized burger for a delicious summer grilling recipe
See this Philly Cheesesteak version on my website!
Equipment
To make this recipe you will need a 9x13 inch casserole dish, sharp bread knife and cutting board, and a small bowl. A frying pan is also needed to cook the onions along with a sharp chef's knife. An additional small bowl for the extra burger sauce is also helpful to serve as a dipping sauce with the sliders.
Storage
Store the sliders in an airtight container separate from the burger sauce in the refrigerator. Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees for about 5-10 minutes until warm. Add fresh sauce for best results. Good for 3-4 days.
These ingredients don't stand up well to freezing.
Top Tip
Brush the topS of the rolls with melted butter and garlic for an extra pop of flavor on the slider rolls . The sliders could also be toasted on a griddle for a little extra texture and flavor.
FAQ
These ground beef sliders go great with french fries or sweet potato fries. They are also great when served with crispy potato chips.
I find cheddar cheese provides the best flavor. American cheese is also a great option. As long as you have a melty cheese on your juicy cheeseburger sliders then you have a good cheese for the job.
This special sauce is similar to a copycat Big Mac sauce recipe. The sauce finishes out these delicious mini burgers.
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Pairing
These are my favorite dishes to serve with these mini cheeseburger sliders:
📖 Recipe
Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls
Equipment
- 1 bread knife and cutting board
- 1 Frying Pan
- 2 small bowls
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs ground beef
- 12 sweet Hawaiian slider rolls
- 6 slices cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded lettuce
- 1 onion sliced
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup dill relish
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 teaspoon garlic + some to season ground beef
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- salt and pepper to season ground beef
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spread ground beef in an even layer in a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish. Season with salt, pepper and garlic. Bake for 20 minutes. Add slices of cheddar cheese. Bake another 3 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Add mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, dill relish, paprika and garlic powder into a small bowl. Mix until combined. Set aside. Slice the onions. Heat up olive oil in a frying pan and cook the onions until they begin to caramelize.
- Cut sheet of slider rolls in half. Spread shredded lettuce on the bottom half of the rolls. Place sheet of cooked ground beef on top of the bed of lettuce. Spread the sautéed onions on top of the layer of cheese.
- Spread burger sauce evenly on top sheet of slider rolls. Place the top layer of slider rolls on top of the onions. Cut the sliders and serve with extra burger sauce.
Notes
- save leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
Nutrition
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Food safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
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