Description
Cheesy ground beef sliders deliver a mouthwatering party favorite perfect for casual gatherings. Juicy beef patties nestled in miniature buns promise irresistible flavor and quick satisfaction for hungry guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Cheese:
- 2 cups (226 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Slider Buns and Toppings:
- 12 slider buns
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Oils:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Finishing Touches:
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) for optimal slider baking.
- Sauté chopped onions in olive oil over medium heat until they become translucent and fragrant, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute, releasing its aromatic flavors.
- Introduce ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into small pieces with a cooking utensil and browning thoroughly for 5-7 minutes.
- Drain any accumulated fat from the meat to ensure a cleaner, less greasy slider base.
- Season the beef mixture with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper, creating a rich and savory flavor profile.
- Carefully slice slider buns horizontally while keeping them connected, maintaining their structural integrity.
- Arrange the bottom half of the buns on a baking sheet, creating a stable foundation for the sliders.
- Distribute the seasoned beef mixture evenly across the bun bottoms, ensuring consistent coverage.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the meat layer, creating a melty, gooey topping.
- Place the top halves of the buns over the cheese, completing the slider assembly.
- Brush melted butter across the bun tops, adding a golden sheen and rich flavor.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the buttered buns for additional texture and visual appeal.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the cheese melts completely and buns turn golden brown.
- Remove from oven and optionally garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbal freshness.
- Serve the sliders warm, allowing guests to enjoy the optimal texture and temperature.
Notes
- Perfectly brown the beef by ensuring the skillet is hot and not overcrowding the pan, allowing meat to sear instead of steam.
- Customize sliders with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or Swiss for unique flavor profiles and dietary preferences.
- Drain excess fat completely to prevent soggy buns and maintain a crisp texture, using a colander or paper towel method.
- Prepare sliders ahead of time by assembling and refrigerating, then baking just before serving for convenient meal planning.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg