Description
Mini slider rolls stuffed with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and classic burger toppings, baked until golden and gooey. A crowd-pleasing appetizer or easy weeknight dinner perfect for parties or family meals.
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
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)
- Pickles, lettuce, tomatoes (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Cook Beef Mixture: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat to avoid greasy sliders.
- Season Beef: Stir in the minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then remove from heat.
- Prepare Slider Rolls: Slice the slider rolls horizontally, keeping the halves attached. Place the bottom halves into the prepared baking dish, creating a base for the filling.
- Add Sauces (Optional): If desired, spread mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard evenly over the bottom half of the rolls to add classic burger flavors.
- Assemble Sliders: Evenly distribute the seasoned beef mixture over the rolls. Layer cheese slices on top of the beef for a gooey, cheesy texture.
- Top and Butter: Place the top halves of the slider rolls back onto the assembled meat and cheese. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds for a golden finish.
- 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 bake for an additional 5 minutes to brown the tops and create a slightly crispy crust.
- Serve: Slice the sliders into individual portions and serve immediately with optional pickles, lettuce, and tomato for added freshness and crunch.
Notes
- Great for meal prep: cook the beef mixture ahead of time and assemble before baking for quick dinners.
- Feel free to substitute any cheese variety to your preference; pepper jack adds a spicy kick.
- For a Big Mac–style slider, add shredded lettuce and pickles after baking instead of before.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course, Party Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
