Ingredients
For the Ground Beef:
- 1 Tbsp. softened butter
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 white onion, finely diced
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp. yellow mustard
- 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- pepper, to taste
For the Burgers:
- 1 pack dinner rolls, 12 count (King's Hawaiian Savory Butter Rolls recommended)
- 16 slices American cheese (Boar's Head recommended)
- 3 Tbsp. butter, melted
- Pinch of salt and garlic powder
- 2 tsp. white sesame seeds
Burger Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 Tbsp. sweet pickle relish
- 2 tsp. sugar
- 1 tsp. distilled white vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter the bottom of a baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of softened butter, then set it aside to prepare your burger layers.
- Cook the ground beef mixture: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the finely diced half white onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent. Add 1 pound of ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook for 6-7 minutes until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
- Season the beef: Stir in 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and pepper to taste. Cook and mix for an additional minute to meld the flavors.
- Prepare the rolls: Slice the 12-count dinner rolls in half horizontally. Place the bottom halves evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Make the butter glaze: Whisk together the 3 tablespoons melted butter with a pinch of salt and garlic powder to create a flavorful glaze for the buns.
- Assemble the sliders: Place 8 slices of American cheese evenly on the bottom rolls. Spoon and spread the cooked ground beef mixture on top of the cheese layer, then cover with the remaining 8 slices of cheese. Gently pat down the beef with a wooden spoon to help everything stick while still keeping the texture intact.
- Top and season: Place the top bun halves over the cheese. Brush each top bun generously with the melted butter mixture. Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of white sesame seeds evenly over the buns for added flavor and crunch.
- Bake: Place the assembled sliders in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until they are warmed through and the cheese has melted completely. Watch carefully to prevent the buns from browning too much; cover loosely with foil if needed.
- Prepare the burger sauce: While the sliders bake, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish, 2 teaspoons sugar, 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl until smooth and combined.
- Serve: Remove the sliders from the oven. Optionally brush the tops with a little more melted butter for extra shine and flavor. Cut into individual sliders, serve warm with the homemade burger sauce, and enjoy!
Notes
- Use King's Hawaiian Savory Butter Rolls or other soft dinner rolls for the best texture and flavor.
- Be careful not to overbake to avoid drying out the buns or burning the tops.
- The cheese acts as a binder to keep the sliders intact when you cut and serve them.
- Prepare extra burger sauce for dipping or spreading on sandwiches.
- You can double the recipe easily for larger crowds.
- For a sharper flavor, substitute American cheese with cheddar or your preferred melting cheese.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
