Mac and Cheese Burger Sliders

While I was traveling through Florida, I stopped at a little burger restaurant in North Florida and saw something on the menu that immediately caught my attention—a mac and cheese burger! I had never seen anything like it before, and of course, I had to order it. Let me tell you, it was one of the best burgers I’ve ever had. And as the slider queen I had an idea! Click to make my MOST beloved and viral slider recipes: Bacon Cheeseburger Animal Sliders, Chicken Parmesan Sliders, and my Chopped Cheese Sliders.

The second I got home, I couldn’t stop thinking about it. I had leftover Baked Mac & Cheese and I wanted to put my own spin on the idea, and that’s exactly how these Mac and Cheese Burger Sliders were born. Instead of making one giant burger, I turned all those incredible flavors into easy-to-share sliders layered with juicy seasoned beef, melty cheddar cheese, tangy pickles, sweet onions, creamy mac and cheese, and soft King’s Hawaiian rolls.

It felt like the ultimate comfort food from the very first bite. Rich, cheesy, savory, and completely over-the-top in the best possible way. And when I tell you these came out exactly how I envisioned them, I mean it. These Mac and Cheese Burger Sliders are an absolute masterclass in comfort food. Every layer works together perfectly, and they’re guaranteed to be the first thing gone at any gathering.

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Melissa’s Tips

• If using frozen Stouffer’s mac and cheese, start heating it before you begin the burger. It takes about 20 minutes and will be ready right when you need it.
• Let the burger layer rest for 2-3 minutes before transferring it to the slider rolls.
• Use freshly shredded cheddar cheese for the best melt.
• Add extra pickles if you’re a pickle lover—they really balance the richness of the sliders.
• These are perfect for football parties, family dinners, and backyard get-togethers.

Dipping Sauce

Mix together:

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ½ cup ketchup

Serve on the side for dipping. It gives these sliders that classic burger-and-fry restaurant flavor and takes them completely over the top!!

Melissa Jo

Mac and Cheese Burger sliders

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These Mac and Cheese Burger Sliders are loaded with juicy seasoned ground beef, creamy mac and cheese, melty cheddar cheese, tangy pickles, sweet onions, and soft King's Hawaiian rolls. Finished with a buttery Worcestershire topping and served with a simple ketchup and mayo sauce, every bite is packed with classic cheeseburger flavor and creamy comfort food goodness. 

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  

Burger Layer

• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1½ pounds ground beef
• 1 tablespoon garlic salt
• 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 1/4 cup diced onion

Sliders

• 1 package King's Hawaiian rolls 12 count
• 1/2 cup fresh shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup Grillo’s pickle slices
• 1 package Stouffer's Mac and Cheese heated according to package directions (or homemade mac and cheese)
• 2 tbsp ketchup mix with the mayonnaise and spread onto buns
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise

Topping

• ½ tablespoon butter melted
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Pinch salt
• Pinch black pepper

Equipment

• 2 baking dishes 1 baking dish used for the ground beef and the 2nd for the slider buns.
• 2 Spatula's To not only serve the sliders but 2 spatulas are needed to transfer the cooked burger sheet to the buns.
• 1 ice cream scooper To scoop the servings of Mac and Cheese on the sliders

Method

 

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.

Step 2: Prepare the Burger Layer

1. In a 9×13 baking dish, spread about 1 tablespoon of yellow mustard across the bottom.
2. Add: 1½ pounds ground beef
3. 1 tablespoon garlic salt
4. Cracked black pepper to taste
5. Mix gently and press the beef evenly into the baking dish to form one large burger patty.
6. Sprinkle half of the chopped onions over the top.

Step 3: Bake the Burger

1. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the beef is fully cooked.
2. Tip: If using frozen Stouffer's mac and cheese, start heating it now so it's ready when the burger comes out of the oven.

Step 4: Prepare the Slider Base

1. While the burger bakes, slice the King's Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally.
2. Place the bottom half of the rolls into a second 9×13 baking dish.
3. Layer the bottom rolls with:
4. Cheddar cheese slices
5. Grillo's pickle slices
6. Remaining chopped onions

Step 5: Transfer the Burger

1. Carefully lift the cooked burger patty from the first baking dish and place it directly on top of the cheese, pickles, and onions.

Step 6: Add the Mac and Cheese

1. Spread the prepared mac and cheese evenly over the burger layer.
2. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 7: Make the Burger Sauce

1. In a small bowl, combine ketchup and mayonnaise.
2. Spread the sauce onto the cut side of the top half of the slider buns.
3. Place the top buns over the sliders.

Step 8: Make the Butter Topping

1. In a small bowl, whisk together:
2. ½ tablespoon melted butter
3. 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
4. 1 teaspoon garlic powder
5. Pinch of salt
6. Pinch of black pepper
7. Brush generously over the tops of the rolls.

Step 9: Final Bake

1. Cover the sliders with foil and bake for 10 minutes.
2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 10: Serve

1. Slice into sliders and serve with extra ketchup and mayonnaise mixed together for dipping.

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👝 How to Store Leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through or microwave individual portions.