Description
Cheeseburger sliders bring miniature burger magic straight to your plate, showcasing bite-sized deliciousness that packs massive flavor. Small yet mighty, these little sandwiches will satisfy hungry crowds with their perfect blend of juicy beef, melted cheese, and classic American comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 8–10 slices cheddar cheese
- Bacon strips
Burger Base Ingredients:
- 12 slider buns
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Pickles, sliced
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced onions
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F, creating an ideal environment for transforming simple ingredients into delectable miniature burgers.
- In a sizzling skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef with finely chopped onions, methodically breaking down the meat and releasing rich flavors.
- Eliminate excess grease from the beef mixture, then enhance with aromatic garlic powder, balanced salt, and cracked black pepper.
- Arrange slider bun bottoms on a clean baking sheet, creating a sturdy foundation for the upcoming culinary creation.
- Distribute the seasoned beef evenly across each bun base, ensuring consistent coverage and maximum taste in every bite.
- Layer cheese slices strategically over the beef, allowing them to blanket each slider with creamy, melting potential.
- Crown each slider with its corresponding bun top, creating compact, miniature burger packages.
- Generously brush bun surfaces with golden melted butter, then sprinkle sesame seeds for added texture and visual appeal.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, baking for 10-12 minutes until cheese transforms into a molten layer and buns achieve a beautiful golden hue.
- Remove from oven and serve immediately alongside classic condiments like tangy pickles, robust ketchup, and zesty mustard for a complete slider experience.
Notes
- Control meat moisture by gently pressing ground beef while cooking to prevent toughness and retain juiciness.
- Choose high-quality ground beef with 80/20 fat content for maximum flavor and tenderness in sliders.
- Customize sliders by adding caramelized onions or bacon bits for extra depth and complexity of taste.
- Make gluten-free version by using gluten-free slider buns or lettuce wraps for health-conscious guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 256 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg