Brioche cheeseburger sliders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser-perfectly bite-sized, packed with juicy seasoned beef, melted cheese, and nestled inside soft, slightly sweet Nisi’s Brioche slider rolls. Whether you’re hosting a game day party, a casual family dinner, or just craving a delicious snack, these sliders hit all the right notes.

This recipe combines simple ingredients with easy preparation techniques to deliver sliders that are flavorful, moist, and irresistibly cheesy. Get ready to impress your guests or treat yourself to the perfect mini cheeseburgers that are as fun to eat as they are delicious!

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7 fat content)

  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/2 large yellow or white onion, finely diced

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise

  • 8 slices medium cheddar cheese (or more, plus 6 oz shredded cheddar)

  • 12 slider-sized Hawaiian rolls (keep connected)

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus more for greasing)

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

  • Optional: 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce or mustard for added flavor

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter the bottom of a rimmed baking sheet or a 9×13-inch baking dish.

  2. Cook the beef and onions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until beef is just cooked through. Drain excess fat.

  3. Mix in mayonnaise: Remove skillet from heat and stir in mayonnaise. This helps bind the beef and keeps the sliders juicy.

  4. Prepare the rolls: Using a large serrated knife, slice the brioche rolls horizontally in half, keeping the rolls connected as one large top and bottom layer.

  5. Assemble sliders: Place the bottom half of the rolls on the buttered baking sheet. Layer sliced cheese evenly on the bottom buns. Spread the beef mixture evenly over the cheese. Top with shredded cheddar cheese if using.

  6. Add the top buns: Place the top half of the rolls, cut side down, over the beef and cheese.

  7. Butter and season the tops: Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.

  8. Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 12-15 minutes until cheese is melted and tops are golden brown. Optionally, uncover and bake a few more minutes for a crispier top.

  9. Serve: Slice along the roll lines to separate sliders. Serve hot with ketchup, mustard, pickles, or your favorite burger toppings and dipping sauces.

Tips for the Perfect Sliders

  • Using Nisi’s brioche slider rolls adds a slight sweetness and soft texture that complements the savory beef and cheese.

  • Mayonnaise in the beef mixture acts as a glue and keeps the sliders moist.

  • Season the beef well with garlic powder, salt, and pepper for maximum flavor.

  • Brushing the tops with butter and sprinkling sesame seeds gives a nice golden crust and extra flavor.

  • Baking the sliders as a whole assembled unit saves time and avoids flipping individual patties.

  • You can customize cheese types (cheddar, Monterey Jack, American) and add BBQ sauce or mustard to the beef for variation.