Description
Juicy ground beef sliders with melted cheese create a mouthwatering mini sandwich sensation perfect for gatherings. Crispy edges, gooey cheese, and savory meat promise pure comfort that satisfies everyone’s craving for a delicious handheld meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Seasonings:
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Bread and Cheese:
- 12 slider buns
- 6 slices cheddar cheese (halved)
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to a moderate temperature of 350°F, ensuring an even cooking environment for the sliders.
- In a sizzling skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, infusing it with robust flavor by incorporating onion soup mix, aromatic garlic powder, and a dash of black pepper. Continue stirring until the meat is thoroughly cooked and no pink remains.
- Carefully divide the slider buns into two equal halves, creating a perfect base and top for each mini sandwich.
- Arrange the bottom bun halves on a clean baking sheet, creating a uniform foundation for the slider assembly.
- Distribute the seasoned ground beef evenly across the bun bases, creating a generous and consistent meat layer.
- Blanket the beef with a rich layer of sharp cheddar cheese, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor and melting potential.
- Crown each slider with its corresponding top bun, creating a complete miniature sandwich.
- Generously brush the exposed bun surfaces with melted butter, promoting a golden, crispy exterior.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds across the buttered bun tops, adding a subtle nutty crunch and visual appeal.
- Slide the prepared sliders into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, watching for the cheese to melt completely and the buns to transform into a beautiful golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool briefly before carefully separating into individual sliders.
- Serve immediately while warm, capturing the peak of flavor and texture.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and create a lighter slider.
- Swap regular beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a healthier alternative that maintains delicious flavor.
- Prepare sliders ahead of time and refrigerate before baking, which helps ingredients meld and intensifies overall taste.
- Toast sesame seeds slightly before sprinkling to enhance their nutty aroma and create a more complex flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 570 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg