Looking for a delicious and easy recipe that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than these Hawaiian Roll Cheeseburger Sliders! Packed with flavor and simple to make, these sliders are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
- Great flavors: The combination of juicy beef, melted cheese, and tangy pickles all sandwiched between sweet Hawaiian rolls is a flavor explosion in every bite.
- Quick prep time: These sliders come together in no time, making them perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a last-minute party snack.
- Perfect for meal prep: Make a batch of these sliders ahead of time and enjoy them throughout the week for a convenient and satisfying meal.
Ingredient Notes:
- Ground beef: Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- Hawaiian rolls: The sweet rolls add a unique flavor to the sliders, but you can use any type of dinner rolls if you prefer.
- Cheese: Colby jack or American cheese work well, but feel free to experiment with your favorite cheese.
- Sweet onion: Adds a subtle sweetness to the sliders, but you can use regular onion if preferred.
- Dill pickles: The pickles provide a tangy crunch that complements the other flavors.
- Butter, salt, cracked pepper: For seasoning and flavor.
- Easy Burger Sauce: A simple mix of mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickled juice, and cayenne pepper for a tasty sauce.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet until fully cooked, then drain any excess fat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickled juice, and cayenne pepper to make the Easy Burger Sauce.
- Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half and place the bottom half in a baking dish.
- Layer the cooked beef, cheese, diced onion, and pickles on top of the rolls.
- Drizzle the Easy Burger Sauce over the layers, then top with the remaining half of the rolls.
- Melt butter and brush it over the tops of the sliders.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sliders are heated through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Helpful Tips:
- To add extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of garlic powder or Worcestershire sauce to the beef.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with plant-based crumbles.
- Store any leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- For a crispy top, remove the foil during the last few minutes of baking.
- Customize the sliders with your favorite toppings like bacon, avocado, or jalapeños for a unique twist.
- Use a mix of cheeses for added flavor, such as cheddar and Swiss.
Serving Suggestions:
These Hawaiian Roll Cheeseburger Sliders are perfect on their own, but you can also serve them with a side of sweet potato fries, coleslaw, or a green salad. Pair them with a cold beer or a fruity cocktail for a complete meal.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
To store leftover sliders, wrap them individually in foil and freeze for up to 1 month. To reheat, bake in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I make these sliders ahead of time? Yes, assemble the sliders up to a day in advance and bake when ready to serve.
- Can I use a different type of meat for the sliders? Absolutely! Ground turkey or chicken would work well in place of beef.
- Can I make the Easy Burger Sauce without pickled juice? You can substitute with vinegar for a similar tangy flavor.
Conclusion:
These Hawaiian Roll Cheeseburger Sliders are a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Give this recipe a try and let us know how it turns out in the comments below. Enjoy!
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Hawaiian Roll Cheeseburger Sliders
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 12 sliders 1x
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Description
These Hawaiian Roll Cheeseburger Sliders are the perfect combination of sweet and savory, with juicy ground beef, melted cheese, and a flavorful burger sauce sandwiched between soft Hawaiian rolls.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs 80/20 ground beef
- 12 pack Hawaiian rolls
- 11 slices Colby jack cheese or American cheese
- 1 large sweet onion diced
- 24 dill pickles
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cracked pepper
- Easy Burger Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1.5 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoons pickled juice
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the ground beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with salt and pepper until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Prepare the rolls: Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half and place the bottom half in a baking dish.
- Assemble the sliders: Layer the cooked ground beef, cheese slices, diced onion, pickles, and Easy Burger Sauce on the bottom half of the rolls. Top with the other half of the rolls.
- Make the butter topping: Melt the butter and brush it over the tops of the rolls.
- Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sliders are heated through.
- Serve: Cut into individual sliders and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize these sliders with your favorite toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, or bacon.
- These sliders are great for parties or game day gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg