What is the best cheese to use on sliders?

For easy cheeseburger sliders, the best cheese combines meltability and bold flavor. American cheese melts smoothly and gives that classic burger taste, while shredded cheddar adds a deeper, slightly sharp bite. Many home cooks also enjoy using Swiss, pepper jack, or provolone to switch things up and add variety to their sliders.

What is the best meat to use for sliders?

The ideal meat for easy cheeseburger sliders is 85/15 lean ground beef. It strikes the perfect balance—juicy without being overly greasy. If you want extra richness, 80/20 ground beef works too, just be sure to drain the excess fat. This keeps the rolls from getting soggy and helps the sliders bake up crisp and golden.

What seasoning is on beef sliders?

Seasoning is everything when it comes to flavorful easy cheeseburger sliders. Mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper give the beef a tangy, savory depth that builds flavor fast. For added heat or smokiness, consider mixing in chili powder or smoked paprika with your beef mixture before assembling the sliders.

What's the difference between a slider and a mini burger?

Easy cheeseburger sliders are typically baked in one pan and served as pull-apart sandwiches. Mini burgers, on the other hand, are individually formed and usually grilled. Sliders use soft, sweet rolls and are all about that melty, layered texture—perfect for feeding a crowd quickly.

Easy Cheeseburger Sliders: Quick Oven-Baked Recipe for Families

Name: Easy Cheeseburger Sliders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 medium yellow or red onion, halved and thinly sliced (about 2 cups); 6 ounces shredded medium cheddar cheese (about 1 1/2 cups); 3 teaspoons neutral oil, such as canola or vegetable, divided; 1 pound lean ground beef; 2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 (12-ounce) package Hawaiian sweet rolls, such as King’s; 8 slices American cheese; 1/2 cup sliced dill pickles; 1 tablespoon melted butter or olive oil; 2 teaspoons white sesame seeds; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup ketchup; 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish; 1 to 2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper

Ingredients

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1 medium yellow or red onion, halved and thinly sliced (about 2 cups)

6 ounces shredded medium cheddar cheese (about 1 1/2 cups)

3 teaspoons neutral oil, such as canola or vegetable, divided

1 pound lean ground beef

2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard

2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 (12-ounce) package Hawaiian sweet rolls, such as King’s

8 slices American cheese

1/2 cup sliced dill pickles

1 tablespoon melted butter or olive oil

2 teaspoons white sesame seeds

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup ketchup

2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish

1 to 2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350°F.

2. Heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a skillet over high heat. Add onions and cook until charred, about 4–6 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

3. Lower heat to medium-high. Add 1 teaspoon oil and ground beef to the pan. Cook, breaking up meat, for 5 minutes.

4. Stir in mustard, Worcestershire, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 2 more minutes until beef is deeply browned. Remove from heat.

5. Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping rolls intact. Place the bottom half in a baking dish.

6. Layer with American cheese, onions, beef mixture, shredded cheddar, and pickles.

7. Top with the other half of the rolls. Brush tops with melted butter or olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

8. Cover with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Uncover and bake 12–15 more minutes until golden and melted.

9. To make sauce: Mix mayo, ketchup, relish, and mustard in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

10. Serve sliders hot with burger sauce on the side.

Notes

You can prepare the sliders ahead of time and refrigerate them unbaked for up to 24 hours.

For extra heat, add jalapeños or substitute pepper jack for cheddar.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Author: EmilyFrost
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner, Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slider
Calories: 250
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 35mg