Cheeseburger Sliders
These copycat White Castle Cheeseburger Sliders bring all the nostalgic, crave‑worthy goodness right into your own kitchen. A thin layer of seasoned beef bakes over a bed of finely minced onions, creating that signature steamed, ultra‑juicy bite fans love. Add melty American cheese and soft pull‑apart buns, and you’ve got the perfect party‑ready sliders that taste just like the real thing. They’re quick, fun, and satisfying — ideal for game day, family nights, or anytime you want that classic Cheeseburger Slider experience at home.
Ready to make your own batch of mini magic? Let’s take a look at the simple ingredients you’ll need to get started.
Ingredients for Cheeseburger Sliders
- 80/20 ground beef – 80/20 beef brings the perfect balance of fat and flavor. The extra fat helps the meat steam over the onions and creates that classic juicy White Castle texture.
- Hawaiian King rolls – Hawaiian rolls give the sliders their soft, slightly sweet base. They soak up the onion‑beef juices and stay tender while still holding their shape.
- one medium white onion – Finely minced onion builds the signature White Castle flavor. As it cooks under the beef, it releases steam that infuses the meat with moisture and sweetness.
- Lipon Onion soup mix – This seasoning mix boosts the savory flavor and deepens the onion profile. It blends into the beef easily and gives the sliders that nostalgic fast‑food taste.
- American cheese – American cheese melts into a smooth, creamy layer over the beef. It adds richness and gives the sliders that classic cheeseburger finish.
- pickle chips – Pickle chips add a bright, tangy crunch that cuts through the richness. They deliver the iconic White Castle bite in every slider.
- butter – Melted butter brushes onto the tops of the rolls and helps them toast to a soft golden finish. It adds flavor and gives the sliders a glossy look.
- onion powder – Onion powder reinforces the fresh onion flavor and ties the whole slider together. It deepens the savory notes without overpowering the other ingredients.
Cheeseburger Sliders
Ingredients
- 1 pkg Hawaiian Rolls
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef
- 1 small white onion diced
- 1 pkg Lipton onion soup mix
- 6 slices American cheese
- 24 dill pickle chips
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Finely chop white onion and scatter on parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef and onion soup mix. Spread the mixture on top of the onions into a rectangular shape, a little larger than the Hawaiian rolls. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.
- Without separating the slider rolls, cut them in half horizontally with a serrated knife. Place the bottom layer into a 9×13 baking dish.
- Using two spatulas, transfer the meat to the baking dish, placing it on top of the bottom rolls. Top with cheese. Add pickles on top. Place top buns on burgers.
- Melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Add in 1 teaspoon onion powder and mix well. Brush this on top of the buns.
- Bake for 7-8 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the buns are slightly toasted.