These classic oven-baked cheeseburger sliders are the kind of recipe everyone needs in their back pocket. Whether it’s a hectic Tuesday night or a weekend get-together, these mini burgers are a total crowd-pleaser. We use these for dinner or they’re a fun and filling appetizer too! We are always looking for new ground beef recipes and this one fit the bill!
The Good Stuff Ingredient Swaps
While the full measurements are in the recipe card below, here is why I chose these specific “Good Stuff” ingredients for this recipe:
- The Cheese: Most “American” cheese is actually a “cheese product” filled with emulsifiers. I swap the plastic-wrapped singles for Horizon Organic American or Sargento Natural American Cheese. You get that nostalgic, perfect melt without the lab-grown additives.
- The Buns: Standard slider buns often contain high fructose corn syrup and dough conditioners. I prefer using my homemade Hawaiian slide buns or an organic brioche bun. If you’re looking for a “clean” store-bought option, always check the label for unbleached flour and real sugar or honey.
- The Pickles: If you’re a pickle person when it comes to your burgers, be on the lookout for food dyes! I have a simple swap that can get you in the right direction or maybe even try out some fermented pickles for extra gut health benefits.
Step-by-Step: How to Make Sheet Pan Sliders
Step 1: The “Big Patty” Method
Instead of making individual burgers, we are going to press 1½ lbs of ground beef into a 9×13 baking dish. Season the beef generously with steak seasoning (or salt, pepper and garlic if you don’t have steak seasoning). Press it down evenly to fill the entire pan.
Once cooked, the meat will shrink, leaving a gap around the edges-this is totally normal!
Step 2: The First Bake
Bake the beef at 425°F for around 15 minutes or until it’s cooked through. Let it sit for a minute to reabsorb some of those juices, then carefully drain off the remaining grease. While this is resting you can mix together all of the ingredients for the glaze and whisk them together.
Step 3: Assemble & Final Bake
Slice your slider buns in half horizontally. Place the bottom buns in a pan, add a layer of cheese, then add the beef patty, and layer on another layer of your clean American cheese. Top with the other half of the buns. Drizzle with the glaze mixture and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes until the buns are golden and the cheese is melty.
Step 4: Serve:
Slice into individual sliders along with your favorite burger topping and sauce. Serve hot & enjoy!
Party FAQ: Making Sliders for a Crowd
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! You can bake the beef patty up to 24 hours in advance. Store it in the fridge, then assemble and do the final “bun bake” right before guests arrive.
How do I keep the bottom buns from getting soggy?
The secret is in the cheese! Place a layer of cheese on the bottom bun before adding the beef patty. This creates a “fat barrier” that prevents the juices from soaking into the bread.
Classic Cheeseburger Sliders (Oven-Baked)
No-flip cheeseburgers made on a single sheet pan. Perfect for busy weeknights and easy clean-up.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs Ground Beef
- 12-15 Slider Buns
- 16-20 slices American Cheese
- 2 to 3 tbsp steak seasoning (or garlic, salt & course pepper mix)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for topping
Buttery Glaze
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted (½ stick)
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp honey
- 3 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
Make the Patty: Season the beef generously with steak seasoning. Press it down firmly into a 9x13 pan to evenly to fill the entire pan.
Bake Patty: Bake the beef at 425°F for 12-15 minutes until it's cooked through. Let it sit for a few minutes to reabsorb some of those juices, then carefully drain off the remaining grease.
Butter Glaze: Combine all of the glaze ingredients in a small bowl
Assemble: Lower oven to 350°F. In a greased 9x13 pan layer: Bottom buns -> Cheese-> Beef Patty -> More Cheese -> Top buns. Use a pastry brush to top the rolls liberally with the butter glaze and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Finish: Bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melty.
Slice into individual sliders along with your favorite burger topping and sauce. Serve hot & enjoy!
Notes
Find more recipes like this at thegoodstuffbakeshop.com
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving:Calories: 331Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 632mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 2gSugar: 5gProtein: 23g
Nutrition information is calculated automatically as a courtesy and is an estimate only. Accuracy is not guaranteed as values can vary based on specific brands and preparation methods used.
