You won’t believe how easy it is to make this cheeseburger slider recipe! All you need is ground beef, cheese, bread buns, and a few other ingredients to whip up this classic favorite. We’ve got the perfect cheeseburger sliders for you that are guaranteed to get your taste buds tingling. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of cooking time, these cheeseburger sliders will be ready in no time. So let’s go ahead and jump right into the cheeseburger slider fun! Grab your skillet, and let’s get cookin’!
Ground Beef
I am using 90/10 lean ground beef for this recipe, which yields 8 cheeseburger sliders. This cheeseburger slider recipe calls for one pound of lean ground beef, so if you are making more sliders, just double the amount of ground beef and seasonings according to how many sliders you need. You don’t have to use 90/10 ground beef if you don’t want to, but it does make the sliders less greasy and lower in calories.
Buns
I am using some classic dinner rolls as my buns for this recipe but you can use any type of slider buns you like. Brioche buns or Hawaiian sweet rolls are also a nice choice if you want something more fancy and rich. I recommend that you toast whichever buns you choose to use because it will give a nice texture and help to prevent the bun from getting soggy from the onion and peppers.
Cheese
My preferred cheese for these sliders is mozzarella because it pairs well with the onions and peppers. You can customize this to your liking if you prefer a different variety of cheese such as cheddar, pepper jack, Colby jack, Monterey jack, or provolone.
Onions & Peppers
For this cheeseburger slider recipe, I am using some sliced onions and bell peppers as my toppings. I am going for a sweet onion and peppers mix by cooking these down and adding a little bit of sugar to them. You can customize these toppings to your liking by adding mushrooms, jalapeños, or tomatoes.
Seasoning
Seasoning your sliders is necessary if you want them to be flavorful. In this recipe, I am using salt, pepper, minced garlic, and bbq sauce to season the ground beef. If you are trying to go for a more traditional style patty some popular seasons to use are garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. You can also add some salt and pepper if you would like.
Cheeseburger Sliders
Servings
8
Prep Time
15 Minutes
Calories
195
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Total Time 30 Minutes
*Please note that the nutritional information provided is an estimate only and may vary depending on the ingredients used. Calories listed are per serving.*
Ingredients
- 1 Lb Ground Beef
- 1 Package Slider Buns or Rolls
- 2 Slices Mozzarella Cheese (cheese of choice)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 2 Tbsp BBQ Sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Sweet Onion
- 1 Red Bell Pepper
- Salt & Pepper to Taste
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Directions
Step 01
Slice the onion and bell pepper into thin slices and set to the side.
*If you are going to be toasting your buns preheat your oven to 350 degrees*
Step 02
Place the ground beef in a mixing bowl and add the garlic, bbq sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Lay a sheet of parchment out on a prep surface. Divide the ground beef mixture into 8 equal portions and roll into balls. Place the ground beef balls on the parchment and cover with a second piece of parchment. Press out the patties as evenly as possible and remove the top layer of parchment. Set Aside
Step 03
Heat the frying pan on medium heat. Add a little olive oil, onion, and peppers to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the sugar and 2 tablespoons of water to the onions and peppers and mix well. Cook an additional 3-4 minutes stirring occasionally until the onions are tender and done to your liking. Remove from heat.
*If you want your onions to stay hot while you cook the patties place them on the back burner on low heat*
Step 04
Heat pan on medium-high heat. Add your slider patties and cook for 2 minutes on each side or until done. Break your sliced cheese into 4 pieces and place on the slider patty for about 30 seconds before pulling them off of the heat if you want melted cheese.
*If you are toasting your slider rolls add them to the oven before you begin cooking the patties and toast for 3-5 minutes*
Step 05
Build your cheeseburger sliders. Serve and Enjoy!
Notes
- Don’t forget to let your cheeseburger sliders cool before eating!
- If you want to make more cheeseburgers, just double the recipe ingredients as needed.
- Add extra seasoning if you want with onion powder and garlic powder.
- Add sesame seeds to your slider buns by lightly brushing some melted butter on them and sprinkling the sesame seeds on before toasting them in the oven.
- You can also wrap these cheeseburger sliders up in foil and cook them on a grill for an even tastier version! Enjoy!
FAQ
Can I substitute the ground beef for something else?
Absolutely! You can switch the ground beef out for turkey, chicken or plant-based meat substitutes to make these cheeseburger sliders. Just adjust the cooking time and seasonings as needed.
Is there any way to make these cheeseburger sliders even healthier?
Yes! Instead of using regular dinner rolls or slider buns for your cheeseburger sliders, try a lower-calorie bun or make a lettuce wrap. You could also add some lettuce and tomatoes for more added nutrition. Using a lower fat ground beef is a great way to lower calories. Additionally, you could switch out regular cheese for a low-fat variety such as mozzarella light or cheddar light to reduce calories. There are plenty of ways to make this cheeseburger slider recipe even healthier!
What is the best way to store cheeseburger sliders?
The best way to store cheeseburger sliders is in an airtight container or bag. This will keep them fresh and delicious! They should last for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Just heat them in a pan or microwave when you’re ready to eat, throw them on a bun and enjoy!
What Are Popular Seasoning Options For Burger Sliders?
Popular seasoning options for cheese burger sliders include garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. You can also add some salt and pepper to taste.
What Are Popular Toppings For Cheese burger Sliders?
Popular toppings for cheese burger sliders include sliced onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, pickles, tomatoes, and lettuce. Additionally, you can add bacon if you want to create delicious bacon cheeseburger sliders
Cheeseburger Slider Recipe (W/ Sweet Onions & Peppers)
Ingredients
- 1 Lb Ground Beef I used 90/10
- 1 Pkg Slider Buns or Rolls
- 2 Slices Mozzarella Cheese or cheese of choice
- 1 Red Bell Pepper
- 1 Sweet Onion
- 2 Tbsp BBQ Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar
- Salt & Pepper to Taste
Instructions
- Slice the onion and bell pepper into thin slices and set to the side. *If you are going to be toasting your buns preheat your oven to 350 degrees*
- Place the ground beef in a mixing bowl and add the garlic, bbq sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Lay a sheet of parchment out on a prep surface. Divide the ground beef mixture into 8 equal portions and roll into balls. Place the ground beef balls on the parchment and cover with a second piece of parchment. Press out the patties as evenly as possible and remove the top layer of parchment. Set Aside
- Heat the frying pan on medium heat. Add a little olive oil, onion, and peppers to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the sugar and 2 tablespoons of water to the onions and peppers and mix well. Cook an additional 3-4 minutes stirring occasionally until the onions are tender and done to your liking. Remove from heat.*If you want your onions to stay hot while you cook the patties place them on the back burner on low heat*
- Heat pan on medium-high heat. Add your slider patties and cook for 2 minutes on each side or until done. Break your sliced cheese into 4 pieces and place on the slider patty for about 30 seconds before pulling them off of the heat if you want melted cheese.*If you are toasting your buns add them to the oven before you begin cooking the patties and toast for 3-5 minutes*
- Build your sliders. Serve and Enjoy!
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Notes
- Don't forget to let your cheeseburger sliders cool before eating!
- If you want to make more cheeseburgers, just double the recipe ingredients as needed.
- Add extra seasoning if you want with onion powder and garlic powder.
- Add sesame seeds to your slider buns by lightly brushing some melted butter on them and sprinkling the sesame seeds on before toasting them in the oven.
- You can also wrap these cheeseburger sliders up in foil and cook them on a grill for an even tastier version! Enjoy!
Nutrition
Summary
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