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Classic Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe

4.9 from 70 reviews

These Classic Cheeseburger Sliders are a perfect bite-sized version of the traditional cheeseburger, featuring juicy ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and soft slider buns brushed with buttery sesame topping. Ideal for parties, game days, or family dinners, they come together quickly with simple ingredients and oven baking for a delicious, crowd-pleasing appetizer or meal.

Ingredients

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Beef Mixture

  • 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

Cheese & Buns

  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 24 slider buns

Topping

  • 2 Tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly spray a rimmed baking sheet or dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Cook the Onions and Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook, stirring, until the onion softens and becomes translucent. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart, until no pink remains. Drain excess fat from the skillet.
  3. Season the Beef: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, seasoned salt, salt, pepper, and garlic powder into the cooked beef mixture. Mix thoroughly to combine all flavors, then remove the skillet from heat.
  4. Assemble the Sliders: Slice each slider bun in half horizontally. Lay the bottom halves evenly spaced in the prepared baking dish. Spread the seasoned ground beef mixture evenly over the bottom bun halves. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef, then place the top halves of the buns on top.
  5. Add Toppings and Bake: Brush the tops of the buns generously with the melted butter, then sprinkle sesame seeds over the buttered tops. Bake the sliders in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops of the buns are golden and slightly crisp.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and ensure less soggy sliders.
  • You can substitute cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese like Swiss or pepper jack for different flavor profiles.
  • For extra flavor, add pickles or ketchup after baking when serving.
  • If you prefer more crispy buns, broil the sliders for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking but watch carefully to prevent burning.
  • The sliders can be assembled a few hours ahead and refrigerated; just add baking time if chilled.

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