Description
These Garlic Cheeseburger Bites are a delicious and easy appetizer or snack made with seasoned ground beef patties, melted cheddar cheese, and a flavorful garlic butter brushed on small dinner rolls. Perfectly bite-sized and baked until golden, they offer all the classic cheeseburger flavors in a convenient slider form.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Patties
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean or higher)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Buns and Cheese
- 12 small dinner rolls (or slider buns)
- 6 slices cheddar cheese (cut in half to fit the rolls)
Garlic Butter
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the assembled cheeseburger bites.
- Prepare the Beef: In a bowl, combine the ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Shape the Patties: Divide the seasoned beef mixture into 12 equal portions and shape each into small patties approximately the size of your buns, ensuring a perfect fit.
- Cook the Patties: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with the minced garlic, mixing well to infuse the butter with garlic flavor.
- Assemble the Bites: Place each cooked beef patty on the bottom half of a dinner roll. Top each patty with a half slice of cheddar cheese. Brush the top halves of the rolls generously with the garlic butter mixture and place them on top of the cheese.
- Bake: Arrange the assembled bites on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden and slightly crispy.
- Serve: Optional sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish before serving warm. Enjoy these flavorful garlic cheeseburger bites as a delicious appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- Use ground beef that is at least 85% lean for juicier patties.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese such as American or pepper jack for a different flavor profile.
- If you prefer, garlic powder can be used in the garlic butter instead of fresh garlic.
- These bites can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- To make it easier to handle, chill the patties before cooking if your beef mixture is very soft.
