Are you looking for a fun, flavorful, and cheesy snack to impress your guests or satisfy your own cravings? These Honey BBQ Cheesy Beef Sliders are the ultimate choice! With tender beef, tangy BBQ sauce, a hint of sweetness from honey, and gooey melted cheese, every bite is pure bliss. Plus, they’re super easy to make and perfect for any occasion!
Method
Sauté the Onion
Start by heating the oil and balsamic vinegar in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and cook it until it softens and turns translucent. This will take about 3-4 minutes. The balsamic vinegar will bring out the sweetness in the onion, making it a perfect base for the beef mixture.
Cook the Beef
Add the beef mince to the pan with the softened onions. Use a spatula or spoon to break the beef apart, ensuring it’s evenly browned. This should take about 5-6 minutes. Make sure to cook the beef through until it’s no longer pink, and it’s browned all over for the best texture and flavor.
Add the Flavors
Once the beef is cooked, it’s time to layer in the seasonings. Add the BBQ seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir in the tomato purée, balsamic vinegar, Worcester sauce, honey, passata, and BBQ sauce. Mix everything together until it’s well combined. Let this simmer for about 2-3 minutes. This allows the flavors to blend, creating a rich and flavorful sauce that will coat the beef perfectly.
Assemble the Sliders
Now it’s time to put everything together! Start by placing the bottom halves of the brioche buns into a large baking dish. Drizzle some BBQ sauce over the buns, making sure to cover them evenly. Then, spoon the beef mixture onto the buns, spreading it out to cover the entire surface. Sprinkle the grated cheese mix generously over the beef to make sure there’s a cheesy bite in every slider.
Top and Bake
Place the top halves of the buns on top of the beef and cheese-covered bottoms. In a small bowl, mix the Flora spread with the crushed garlic and chopped parsley. Brush this flavorful mixture generously over the top of the buns, making them golden and aromatic. Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the buns for a little extra crunch. Cover the dish with foil and bake it in the preheated oven at 180°C for 5 minutes. After this time, remove the foil and bake for another 5 minutes to let the cheese melt and the tops of the buns become perfectly golden.
Necessary Tools
- Frying pan
- Baking dish
- Spoon for mixing
- Oven (preheated to 180°C)
- Foil for covering
Honey BBQ Cheesy Beef Sliders The Perfect Party Snack!
Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy4
servings15
minutes15
minutes30
minutesIngredients
4 brioche buns (I used buns from Tesco)
1/2 tbsp oil
1 onion, chopped
400g 5% fat beef mince
1 tbsp BBQ seasoning (I use @schwartz.uk)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp tomato purée
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/2 tbsp Worcester sauce
1 tbsp honey
80g passata
1 tbsp BBQ sauce (I used Heinz)
90g grated cheese mix (mozzarella, cheddar, and Red Leicester)
For brushing on top
10g light Flora spread
1 crushed garlic clove
Fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp sesame seeds
Directions
- Cook the beef Add the beef mince to the pan and cook through, making sure it’s nice and browned.
- Add the flavors Stir in BBQ seasoning, salt, pepper, tomato purée, balsamic vinegar, Worcester sauce, honey, passata, and BBQ sauce. Let this simmer for a couple of minutes until all the ingredients combine into a rich, flavorful sauce.
- Assemble the sliders Place the bottom halves of the buns into a large baking dish. Drizzle BBQ sauce on top, then add the beef mixture. Sprinkle the grated cheese mix over the beef.
- Top and bake Place the top halves of the buns on the sliders. In a small bowl, mix the Flora spread with the crushed garlic and chopped parsley. Brush this mixture generously over the top of the buns, then sprinkle with sesame seeds. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 5 minutes at 180°C. After 5 minutes, remove the foil and bake for another 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt and the tops to turn golden.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the beef Make sure to cook the beef just until it’s browned and cooked through. Overcooking can make it dry.
- Don’t skip the foil step Covering the sliders with foil during the first 5 minutes helps keep them moist and ensures the cheese melts evenly.
- Keep an eye on the cheese When you remove the foil, make sure the cheese doesn’t burn. You want it to be melted and gooey, not crispy and dry!
Serving Suggestions
These sliders are perfect on their own, but if you want to take them to the next level, serve them with a side of crispy fries, a fresh salad, or even some spicy pickle slices. They’re great for parties, family dinners, or casual get-togethers!
Fun Fact
Did you know that brioche buns are made with butter and eggs, which is why they’re so soft and slightly sweet? This makes them the perfect base for any cheesy, saucy filling, like these sliders!
Conclusion
These Honey BBQ Cheesy Beef Sliders are a must-try! They’re packed with flavor, easy to make, and will disappear from your table faster than you can say “cheese!” Whether you’re hosting a gathering or just making a quick dinner, these sliders are sure to hit the spot. Enjoy!
