Name: Classic Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 pounds lean ground beef; 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 3 Tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon seasoned salt; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded; 24 slider buns; 2 Tablespoons salted butter, melted; 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds

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Introduction

Classic cheeseburger sliders are a delicious, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for game days, parties, or easy weeknight dinners. These bite-sized sandwiches are packed with seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and soft slider buns topped with buttery sesame seeds.

A white baking tray filled with 15 soft sliders, each topped with golden brown buns sprinkled with white sesame seeds. The sliders are arranged in three rows and five columns. Two sliders are removed from the tray and placed on the white marbled surface, showing the inside layers: a fluffy white bun top, a layer of melted orange cheddar cheese, a thick layer of cooked ground beef mixed with small bits of onions, and a soft white bun base. Some crumbled beef and cheese are scattered around the tray and on the white marbled surface, with fresh green lettuce leaves blurred in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 pounds lean ground beef
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
24 slider buns
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a rimmed baking sheet with non-stick spray to prepare for baking.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook, stirring frequently, until softened. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until no pink remains. Drain excess fat from the pan.
Step 3: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, seasoned salt, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Remove skillet from heat once all ingredients are combined.
Step 4: Slice slider buns in half horizontally. Place the bottom halves in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly over the bottom buns.
Step 5: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the ground beef layer, then place the top halves of the slider buns on top.
Step 6: Brush the tops of the buns with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds for added flavor and crunch.
Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops of the buns turn golden brown. Serve warm.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a slice of pickle or a dab of ketchup and mustard to each slider before baking.
Swap cheddar cheese for pepper jack or mozzarella for a different cheese twist.
Use turkey or chicken ground meat for a lighter version of these sliders.
If you like a little spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the beef mixture.

Storage

Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until heated through, to keep the buns soft and the cheese melted.

How to Serve

The image shows three mini cheeseburgers with sesame seed-topped golden brown buns. Each burger has four visible layers: a bottom bun, a cooked beef patty with melted cheddar cheese on top, a layer of leafy green lettuce, and a slice of red tomato with a couple of pickle slices just under the top bun. The burgers are placed in a white-lined blue basket on a white marbled surface. In front of the basket, there are a few slices of tomato sprinkled with sesame seeds and black pepper. To the right, a small metal cup with bright red ketchup is partially visible. In the background, some green leafy vegetables and a blurred baked dish add hints of color. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare these sliders ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the sliders but wait to bake them until you are ready to serve. Cover them tightly with foil and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.

Can I freeze cheeseburger sliders?

Absolutely. Freeze fully assembled sliders before baking by wrapping them tightly in foil or plastic wrap. Bake from frozen at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted.