These baked Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls are made with
seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, garlic butter, and everything bagel seasoned buns- baked until warm and golden brown in about 30 minutes.
These shareable Baked Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian rolls are an easy weeknight dinner or game day snack loaded with flavor, and plenty of cheese!
I’ve made a lot of baked slider recipes for gatherings with friends and easy weeknight meals, and this is the version I come back to every time because of the tasty garlic butter topping and onion seasoned beef give you that classic cheeseburger taste - all without soggy rolls.
What Readers Say
These were so easy to make and they remind me of InNOut burgers- especially the sauce! I make this for my meal prep for work and it’s such a favorite! Thank you!"
- Jennifer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Table of Contents
- Ingredients for Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls
- How Do You Keep Cheeseburger Sliders from Getting Soggy?
- How to make Baked Cheeseburger Sliders
- Making the burger sauce
- Serving suggestions
- How to Store and Reheat Cheeseburger Sliders
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Looking for more great slider recipes?
Ingredients for Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls
To make these Baked Cheeseburger Sliders, you will need:
Lean ground beef. I like to use 85/15 or leaner. If you use 80/20, or a blend with more fat, be sure to drain off the excess fat using a slotted spoon before adding to the buns, to prevent sogginess.
A small onion, grated. Grating the onion with a box grater makes sure it's super fine, and blends seamlessly into the meat, helping it stay ultra juicy.
1 packet onion soup mix, such as Lipton's. This adds a ton of savory rich flavor to the ground beef, and makes for super simple seasoning!
Worcestershire sauce. This adds extra flavor and umami to the meat, and balances the other flavors. You'll add this at the very end of the cooking time for the ground beef. Lea & Perrins is the best, in my opinion.
1 pack Sweet Hawaiian rolls, such as King's Hawaiian Rolls. Hawaiian rolls are slightly sweet, and easily cut in half to form one even layer, which is perfect for this recipe, and makes assembly a breeze! You can also use any slider rolls you like!
Melted butter and fresh minced garlic. You'll melt the butter (I like to use my microwave!) and whisk it together with the fresh garlic to make a super fast garlic butter to brush onto the buns for the Hamburger Sliders before baking.
Everything Bagel Seasoning. Instead of classic sesame seeds, I like to add a sprinkling of Everything Bagel Seasoning to the tops of the buns before baking. Everything bagel seasoning adds extra texture and a savory crunch to the sliders, which makes these sliders stand out from a more basic baked cheeseburger slider recipe.
Sliced Colby jack cheese. A combination of Colby and Monterey Jack cheeses, this is a simple, creamy and gooey cheese that pairs perfectly with the bold flavors of these sliders. You can also use American cheese, Monterey Jack, Swiss, or Muenster. The sliced cheese serves as the base on the bottom- helping to prevent soggy buns.
Grated sharp cheddar cheese, for topping the burger meat. The sharp flavor of the cheese really rounds out the ooey-gooey burger sliders, and adds a nice complexity to the burgers. You get the creaminess from the Colby jack, and the sharp and tangy flavor from the sharp cheddar- the perfect combo of cheeses!
How Do You Keep Cheeseburger Sliders from Getting Soggy?
Drain beef well. Use lean ground beef for this hamburger sliders recipe, and be sure to drain off any excess fat or liquid before adding the beef to the buns. This will keep your final sandwiches from getting soggy. If you do end up using a higher fat content ground beef, be sure to drain it very well after cooking, or remove excess fat with paper towels.
Toast those buns! Soggy bun prevention is key to making the perfect burger sliders! Toasting the buns under your oven's broiler before assembling helps keep the burgers shape, and prevents the Hawaiian rolls from getting too soggy. Just slice them in half lengthwise and briefly toast under the broiler until light golden brown on the inside.
Use the cheese as a moisture buffer. Layering the sliced cheese on the bottom buns helps to make a moisture barrier for adding the beef, keeping your bottom buns crisp and easy finger-food friendly.
Sauce right before baking. Coat the top of the buns in the garlic butter all over. It trickles down and helps not only the top but also the bottom buns get extra crisp and delicious.
Bake uncovered! Don't cover the burgers when baking in the oven. The bake time is fairly brief (15-20 minutes), and this allows the butter and seasoning to get a nice browning on the buns, as well as creates better airflow to keep things from getting soggy.
How to make Baked Cheeseburger Sliders
Below is a step-by-step visual guide with sensory cues to making the perfect Baked Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls, every time! This version of burger sliders goes big with cheeseburger flavor with onion-seasoned beef, two kinds of cheese, and a buttery, garlicky, everything bagel topping.
Mix the beef with the grated onions and onion soup mix, and cook until browned and crumbly. Drain off excess grease, then add Worcestershire sauce. and use a slotted spoon to transfer so the bottom buns stay soft but not soggy.
Seasoning the buns and baking
Once you've got your buns all layered up, bake in a preheated oven on a parchment paper lined baking sheet, until just toasty and cheese is melted.
Making the burger sauce
To make the quick and easy burger sauce recipe for the hamburger sliders you will need:
Mayonaise. My favorite is Kewpie, as it is a little richer and less sweet than typical mayo. Any of your faves are fine for this recipe!
Pickle relish. You could also use finely diced dill pickles. This adds a nice tangy back note to the sauce, as well as some texture.
Ketchup, for a touch of sweetness.
Yellow mustard, for a tangy, brightness.
Apple cider vinegar. I prefer the flavor of organic, as it tends to be a bit sweeter and less acidic. The apple cider vinegar thins the sauce out some and gives it a great flavor.
Garlic powder, to help round out the other ingredients and give a richness to the sauce.
Recipe for Baked Cheeseburger Sliders with Hawaiian Rolls
Video
Equipment
- large cast iron skillet
- Baking sheet
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef , (85/15 or leaner)
- 1 small onion, grated
- 1 packet onion soup mix , (such as Lipton)
- 2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 12 ct package Hawaiian slider rolls
- ½ tablespoon everything bagel seasoning
- 4 tablespoon melted butter
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 6 slices Colby jack cheese
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
Burger Sauce (recipe linked below)
Instructions
- 1. Cut rolls in half, separating tops and bottoms. Place on a cookie sheet, and place under oven’s broiler on high for 1-3 minutes, until lightly toasted. Transfer to parchment lined sheet, Place sliced Colby cheese on bottom buns, and set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. In a large mixing bowl, mix beef with onion soup mix and grated onion until just combined. (do not overmix). 3. In a medium/large frying pan or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, spread meat in an even layer, and brown the beef for 3-4 minutes undisturbed, then flip and cook utill brown, breaking up into small pieces as you go, about 4 minutes more. 4. Add Worcestershire sauce and cook 2 minutes, stirring well. 5. Transfer cooked meat evenly over Colby cheese and bottom buns, using a slotted spoon leaving any grease and liquid behind. 6. Top burger mixture with grated cheddar, and place on top bun layer. 7. Mix garlic and butter together, and brush top buns with melted butter garlic mixture. Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning. 8. Bake in preheated oven on parchment lined sheet for 15-20 minutes, until just toasty and cheese is melted. 9. Mix dip together while they bake. 10. Slice and serve with burger sauce.
Nutrition
Serving suggestions
Weeknight Dinner. These Cheeseburger sliders with Hawaiian rolls go great with a side of french fries, or potato salad for a quick dinner for the family.
Game Day Spread. As part of a party or game day spread, these burgers pair well with classic finger foods like pigs in a blanket, a veggie platter, dip, or bacon jam!
How to Store and Reheat Cheeseburger Sliders
| Storing | Store leftover Hawaiian roll burger sliders (if you have any) tightly wrapped in foil or plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. |
| Reheating | For the best texture when reheating, reheat covered in a 325 degree oven, until just warmed through. For just a couple, you can reheat in a 350 degree air fryer, but check often so the tops of the buns do not get too dark and overdone. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make cheeseburger sliders with Hawaiian rolls ahead of time?
If you want to prep these sliders for a party in advance, you can assemble them, then tightly wrap and refrigerate until ready to bake a few hours ahead. Just set them out for about 10-15 minutes while the oven preheats, and uncover before baking.
You can also opt to prep the ingredients in advance, and assemble right before baking. The ground beef can be made up to 3 days ahead!
How do I keep the bottoms from getting soggy?
To keep the bottoms from getting soggy, be sure to toast your buns, layer the cheese slices over the bottom layer, and drain your beef well with a slotted spoon before building the sliders.
Can I used another kind of cheese?
Yes! This recipe calls for sliced Colby jack and grated cheddar cheese, but you can use a variety of cheeses and mix it up! Some great sliced cheese options would be American cheese, Pepper Jack, or Swiss cheese! For the the grated cheese, you could use grated mild cheddar, Pepper Jack, or Monterey Jack cheese!
What other sauces go well with the sliders?
You could swap the homemade burger sauce for Sriracha Aioli for a little kick, Chipotle Sauce for some smokiness, or even just classic ketchup or Ranch dressing!
Looking for more great slider recipes?
If you like these Hawaiian roll burger sliders, you'll also like:
My easy Sloppy Joes Sliders, baked with ooey gooey cheese, and made with my easy Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes Recipe!
These tasty Pulled Pork Sliders, made with my easy Crockpot Pulled Pork!
The perfect game day Buffalo Chicken Sliders!
Easy and delicious Philly Cheesesteak Sliders!
Be the MVP of your next football party with my Cheeseburger Crescent Ring! Goes great with my 6 Ingredient Burger Sauce!
Or my easy and delicious Pastrami sandwich recipe!
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Rita F. says
Made these this morning so dinner would be ready after a busy day decorating..family loved them and I loved that I could make them ahead..yummy!
Sharon Farnell says
Thanks Rita! Glad you enjoyed!
Tim Spoyle says
Made this for my folks and they loved it. I may have to make it once a week for them.
Dawn says
These were so good. I left out the grated onions tans they were delicious.
Sharon Farnell says
Thanks so much, Dawn! So happy you enjoyed the recipe!
Jennifer says
These were so easy to make and they remind me of InNOut burgers, and epecially the sauce! I make this for my meal prep for work and it’s such a favorite! Thank you!
Sharon Farnell says
Thank you so much, Jennifer! So happy you enjoy the recipe!
Jackie says
I made these for friends on Christmas Eve. Very good and enjoyed by all. But the leftovers were even better!! Thanks for the recipe!
Sharon says
So happy to hear this, Jackie! Thanks for sharing 🙂 I made them for Christmas Eve too this year!