Cheesy Beef Stuffed Slider Buns with Garlic Herb Topping: Juicy Party-Perfect Bites

The ultimate party sliders featuring perfectly seasoned ground beef, gooey melted cheddar cheese, and aromatic garlic herb topping baked in soft slider buns. This crowd-pleasing comfort food masterpiece combines the savory richness of juicy beef with the melty indulgence of cheese and the fragrant complexity of garlic butter herbs, creating an unforgettable slider experience that elevates simple burgers to party food perfection ideal for game day, gatherings, or any time you need easy finger food that everyone will love.

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Party Slider Mastery Secrets for Perfect Cheesy Beef Stuffed Buns Every Time

Essential Ingredients Selection

Creating Your Masterpiece

Perfect Beef Seasoning Mastery:
Master the technique of seasoning and cooking ground beef for maximum flavor and juiciness.
Layering Strategy Excellence:
Learn the skill of assembling sliders with proper ingredient distribution for even cooking.
Garlic Butter Application:
Perfect the method of brushing herb butter for complete coverage and flavor infusion.
Cheese Melting Technique:
Master the art of achieving perfectly melted cheese while maintaining crispy tops.
Baking Temperature Control:
Learn optimal foil usage and timing for golden exterior with gooey melted interior.
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The Art of Perfect Cheesy Beef Stuffed Sliders with Garlic Herb Topping

Perfect Beef Seasoning Mastery
Master the technique of seasoning and cooking ground beef for maximum flavor and juiciness.
Layering Strategy Excellence
Learn the skill of assembling sliders with proper ingredient distribution for even cooking.
Garlic Butter Application
Perfect the method of brushing herb butter for complete coverage and flavor infusion.
Cheese Melting Technique
Master the art of achieving perfectly melted cheese while maintaining crispy tops.
Baking Temperature Control
Learn optimal foil usage and timing for golden exterior with gooey melted interior.
Party Slider Mastery Secrets for Perfect Cheesy Beef Stuffed Buns Every Time
Beef Choice: Use 80/20 ground beef for juiciest results - leaner beef can be dry.
Connected Buns: Keep buns connected while assembling for easier handling and uniform baking.
Cheese Ratio: Mix cheddar and mozzarella for best flavor and melting consistency.
Butter Application: Brush butter thoroughly into all crevices for maximum garlic herb flavor.
Foil Timing: Cover initially to melt cheese, then uncover for crispy golden tops.
Make Ahead: Assemble completely, refrigerate, then bake when ready to serve for easy entertaining.
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Cheesy Beef Stuffed Slider Buns with Garlic Herb Topping: Juicy Party-Perfect Bites

The ultimate party sliders featuring perfectly seasoned ground beef, gooey melted cheddar cheese, and aromatic garlic herb topping baked in soft slider buns. This crowd-pleasing comfort food masterpiece combines the savory richness of juicy beef with the melty indulgence of cheese and the fragrant complexity of garlic butter herbs, creating an unforgettable slider experience that elevates simple burgers to party food perfection ideal for game day, gatherings, or any time you need easy finger food that everyone will love.

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Ingredients

Custard Cream
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For the Beef Filling:
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1.5 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
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1 small onion, finely diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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For the Cheese Layer:
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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For the Slider Buns:
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12 slider buns or dinner rolls
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Sesame seeds for topping
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For the Garlic Herb Butter:
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6 tablespoons butter, melted
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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For the Seasoning Mix:
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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For the Topping:
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
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Extra sesame seeds
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For the Assembly:
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Cooking spray for pan
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Aluminum foil
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For the Dipping Sauce:
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1/2 cup ketchup
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2 tablespoons mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon mustard
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For Special Equipment:
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9x13 inch baking dish
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Large skillet
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Pastry brush
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Sharp knife

Instructions

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Preheat oven to 375°F and spray 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
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Brown ground beef in large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking into crumbles.
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Add diced onion to beef and cook until softened and translucent.
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Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Season beef mixture with Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Drain excess fat from skillet, leaving meat mixture well-seasoned and moist.
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Remove beef from heat and let cool slightly before assembling.
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Cut slider buns in half horizontally without separating individual buns if connected.
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Place bottom half of buns in prepared baking dish in single layer.
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Spread cooked beef mixture evenly over bottom layer of buns.
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Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese generously over beef filling.
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Place top half of buns over cheese layer, creating stuffed slider structure.
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Mix melted butter with minced garlic, parsley, chives, oregano, and garlic powder.
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Brush garlic herb butter mixture generously over tops of all buns.
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Combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, and sesame seeds in small bowl.
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Sprinkle Parmesan breadcrumb mixture evenly over buttered bun tops.
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Cover baking dish loosely with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.
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Bake covered for 15 minutes until cheese begins melting inside.
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Remove foil and bake additional 8-10 minutes until tops are golden brown.
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Check that cheese is fully melted and buns are crispy on top.
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Remove from oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes before cutting.
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Cut between individual slider buns with sharp knife to separate.
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Mix ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard together for dipping sauce.
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Serve sliders hot with dipping sauce on the side.
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Store leftovers covered in refrigerator and reheat in oven until warmed through.