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These grab-and-go burger bites mix flavorful ground beef and gooey cheese on sweet Hawaiian buns topped with our special burger sauce and a tasty garlic butter.
Key Components:
- Ground beef: Makes a moist foundation
- Hawaiian rolls: Bite-sized goodness
- American cheese: Melts wonderfully
- Homemade burger sauce
- Garlic herb butter: Enhances taste
- Fresh onions: Gives richness
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Prepare Components
- Whip up burger sauce
- Add spices to ground beef
- Brown with onions
- Pour off extra grease
- Assemble Base
- Cut rolls through the middle
- Smear with sauce
- Put cheese on the bottom part
- Spoon beef mix over cheese
- Build Layers
- Place pickles and another cheese layer
- Cover with top buns
- Push down lightly
- Prepare butter mixture
- Mix up the butter topping
- Finish and Bake
- Paint with herb butter
- Cook until golden brown
- Brush more butter while still warm
- Eat right away
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Storage Tips:
Stays good in the fridge for 4 days. Can be frozen for up to 1 month.
Perfect Pairings:
They go great with french fries, slaw, or a side of potato salad.
Chef's Tips:
- Cook beef on medium setting
- Add salt to every level
- Leave rolls attached to each other
- Don't let them get too dark
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After many years making these sliders, I've learned that stacking ingredients correctly and watching the baking time gives you the tastiest mini burgers around.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why pick sweet rolls?
- Their sweetness goes great with the savory mix.
- → Can I prep ahead?
- Sure! Prep, add butter later, then bake fresh.
- → What cheese should I use?
- American cheese melts best, but cheddar's fine too.
- → What if I skip the sauce?
- No problem! Offer it on the side for dipping.
- → Any reheating advice?
- Use foil to cover and gently warm in the oven.