Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders (Printer-Friendly)
Soft buns layered with seasoned beef, cheddar, crispy bacon, and buttery glaze for a melty, flavorful bite.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meat and Protein
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1 pound lean ground beef (85/15)
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6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Produce and Aromatics
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0.5 cup finely chopped onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Dairy and Cheese
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12 slices cheddar cheese
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Bread
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1 package (12-count) King's Hawaiian dinner rolls
→ Condiments and Seasonings
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0.25 cup secret burger sauce
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon black pepper
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0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon sesame seeds
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté ground beef with chopped onions and minced garlic until the meat is browned and no longer pink, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
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Transfer the cooked beef mixture to a large bowl and stir in secret burger sauce, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder until evenly combined.
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Using the same skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Let cool slightly, then crumble into small pieces and set aside.
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Carefully slice the King's Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping the tops attached. Place the bottom halves on the prepared baking sheet.
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Layer 6 slices of cheddar cheese evenly over the bottom buns. Spread the beef mixture on top, then add the remaining 6 slices of cheese. Sprinkle crumbled bacon over the cheese and cover with the top halves of the buns.
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In a small bowl, combine melted butter, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well until smooth.
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Brush the butter mixture evenly over the tops of the buns and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
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Cover the sliders loosely with foil and bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to achieve a toasted top, if desired.
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Serve the sliders warm as is, or with optional toppings such as pickles, tomato slices, red onion, or shredded lettuce.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Drain the beef mixture thoroughly to avoid soggy sliders and ensure the filling stays firm.
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Layering cheese both beneath and atop the beef helps bind the sliders when baked.
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Tent with foil during baking to keep buns soft, then uncover briefly at the end for light toasting.