Description
This Sliders Recipe features a delicious blend of ground beef and pork seasoned with onion and burger spices, baked into a large meat patty and layered onto buttery Hawaiian sweet rolls. Melted American cheese and everything bagel seasoning finish these flavorful mini sandwiches, perfect for casual gatherings or game day snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 white onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon burger seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
Assembly
- 6 slices American cheese
- 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Set an oven rack in the center position and preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a sheet pan with a sheet pan rack to allow even air circulation during baking. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, diced onion, salt, and burger seasoning. Gently mix until combined but avoid overworking the meat.
- Shape and Bake Meat: Lay a sheet of parchment paper on your work surface. Press the meat mixture evenly onto the parchment into an 8×12-inch rectangle. Transfer the parchment with meat onto the sheet pan rack. Cover the meat with another sheet of parchment paper and place a second sheet pan on top to weigh it down evenly. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 150°F, indicating the meat is cooked through.
- Prepare Buns: While the meat bakes, slice the Hawaiian sweet rolls lengthwise to create the top and bottom buns. Brush the cut sides of the rolls generously with 2 tablespoons of melted butter to ensure a rich flavor and golden crust.
- Assemble Sliders: When the meat is done, carefully remove the top sheet pan from the oven first, then take out the sheet pan with the meat. Peel away the top parchment to reveal the large meat patty. Using two large spatulas, lift and place the meat patty onto the bottom halves of the rolls. Arrange the 6 slices of American cheese in a single layer over the meat. Add the top halves of the rolls over the cheese, then brush the tops with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning evenly over the top buns for a flavorful finish.
- Bake Again: Return the fully assembled sliders to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes. This final bake toasts the bread while melting the cheese, melding the flavors and textures beautifully.
- Serve: Remove the sliders from the oven and let them cool slightly for a few minutes. Then slice into individual sliders and arrange them on a serving platter. Serve warm and enjoy this flavorful, crowd-pleasing appetizer or meal.
Notes
- Ensure the meat mixture is evenly pressed into a flat rectangle for uniform cooking.
- Using parchment paper and a second sheet pan as a weight helps the meat cook evenly and maintain shape.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to avoid undercooking or drying out the meat.
- Brush butter on rolls before baking to get a golden, flavorful crust.
- Everything bagel seasoning adds a nice savory crunch but can be adjusted or omitted to taste.
