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Hawaiian Roll Cheeseburger Sliders

Delightful Hawaiian Roll Cheeseburger Sliders with juicy patties, melty cheese, and sweet, fluffy bread, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the sliders
  • 2 lbs 80/20 ground beef You can substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • 12 pack Hawaiian rolls These are the base for the sliders.
  • 11 slices Colby jack cheese (or American cheese) Feel free to switch up the cheese based on preference.
  • 1 large sweet onion (diced) Sauté until browned for best flavor.
  • 24 pieces dill pickles Used for a layer in the sliders.
  • 6 tablespoons butter Melt for basting and brushing on sliders.
For seasoning and sauces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cracked pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1.5 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 2 teaspoons pickle juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to broil.
  2. Slice the pack of Hawaiian rolls horizontally. Place them cut side up, side-by-side, on a lined baking sheet.
  3. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter and use a basting brush to butter the inside of all the rolls.
  4. Broil in the oven for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, watching closely to prevent burning.
Cooking
  1. Reduce the heat to bake at 350 degrees.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef, salt, and cracked pepper. Mix well.
  3. Press the seasoned beef evenly into a 9x13 casserole dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  4. While the beef is cooking, sauté the diced onions in a pan over low heat with 1 tablespoon of butter until browned, about 15 minutes.
  5. Once the beef is cooked, drain well, discarding the pan juices.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Assemble the sliders: with the buns still on the baking pan, add a layer of pickles to the bottom of the toasted buns.
  2. Using two spatulas, carefully transfer the slab of beef onto the bottom buns.
  3. Top with a double layer of cheese followed by an even layer of onions, then place the top buns back on.
  4. Brush the top buns with 1 tablespoon of melted butter. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  5. Return to the oven for another 15 minutes or until the cheese has fully melted.

Notes

These sliders are best served warm. Pair them with crispy potato chips, fresh salad, or sweet potato fries. You can customize toppings based on preference, like adding jalapeños or fresh lettuce and tomato.