Description
Rediscover a beloved classic with these Sloppy Joe Sliders featuring the irresistible sweetness of Hawaiian rolls. Perfect for any occasion, these sliders combine savory ground beef with a tangy sauce for a crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Hawaiian Rolls
- 1 lb lean ground beef (85-90%)
- 1 yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1–2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp mustard (Dijon or Yellow)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup water or beef broth
- 6 slices provolone cheese (or cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Optional toppings: poppy seeds, sesame seeds, garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Chili powder or paprika to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the cooked beef and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, chili powder (if using), salt, and black pepper. Pour in the water or beef broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasonings and add apple cider vinegar for a bright finish.
- While the filling simmers, slice the Hawaiian rolls horizontally through the middle, keeping them connected.
- Place the bottom half of the rolls into the prepared baking dish. Spread the warm sloppy joe filling evenly over the bottom layer.
- Arrange the cheese slices over the sloppy joe filling, overlapping slightly.
- Carefully place the top half of the rolls over the cheese layer. In a small bowl, melt the butter and stir in optional toppings if desired. Brush this mixture over the tops of the rolls.
- Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let the sliders rest for a few minutes before slicing apart with a serrated knife. Serve warm.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Beef Sloppy Joe Sliders, Sliders, Hawaiian Rolls, Ground Beef