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Easy Baked Cheeseburger Sliders

Oven baked cheeseburger sliders with sesame seed tops on a serving dish
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These oven-baked cheeseburger sliders are made using a seasoned ground beef slab for clean, even cuts. Juicy 80/20 beef, melted cheddar, buttery sesame tops, and optional classic burger toppings make this an easy family dinner or party favorite.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb 80/20 ground beef
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 12 dinner rolls (kept connected)
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese (optional bottom layer)
  • 6 slices cheddar cheese (top layer)
  • 2 TBSP salted butter, melted
  • 1–2 tsp sesame seeds

Optional Fresh Toppings (add after baking):

  • Mayonnaise
  • Ketchup
  • Mustard
  • Sliced pickles
  • Thinly sliced onion
  • Sliced tomatoes
  • Shredded lettuce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. In a mixing bowl, gently combine ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Do not overmix.

  3. Place beef between two sheets of parchment paper and roll into a rectangle slightly larger than the connected slider buns. (Meat will shrink some as it bakes)

  4. Transfer the beef slab (on parchment) to the baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, or until fully cooked. Carefully drain excess grease.

  5. Slice rolls horizontally, keeping them connected. Place the bottom slab into a lightly greased 9×13 baking dish or sheet pan.

  6. If using, arrange 4 slices of cheddar evenly over the bottom buns. (I recommend!)

  7. Transfer the cooked beef slab onto the cheese-covered buns.

  8. Place 6 additional slices of cheddar over the beef. Broil on LOW for 3 minutes, or until cheese melts. Watch closely.

  9. Place the top slab of buns on. Brush with melted salted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

  10. Broil on LOW for 2-3 additional minutes, until tops are lightly toasted.

  11. Let rest 2–3 minutes. Slice into 12 sliders and add desired fresh toppings before serving.

Notes

Beef Shrinkage Tip:
Press the beef slab slightly larger than the bun rectangle before baking. It will shrink slightly as it cooks.

Grease Control (80/20 Beef):
After baking, carefully drain excess grease. For a cleaner finish, lightly blot the top of the beef slab with paper towels before transferring to the buns.

Clean Cuts Tip:
Allow sliders to rest 2–3 minutes before slicing. Use a sharp serrated knife and cut straight down for bakery-style squares.

Make Ahead Option:
Bake the beef slab earlier in the day and refrigerate. Assemble and broil just before serving.

Serving Tip:
Add fresh toppings like lettuce, tomato, and pickles just before serving to prevent soggy buns.

Freezer Option:
Freeze baked beef slab (without buns) tightly wrapped for up to 2 months. Thaw, reheat, and assemble when ready to serve.

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