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This Philly Cheesesteak Sliders recipe combines all the flavors of a classic Philly cheesesteak, but made mini and extra cheesy! Juicy ground beef, gooey American cheese, and caramelized onions come together on Hawaiian rolls with a garlic butter drizzle on top – you’ll be making this one on repeat!
For more tasty finger foods, try my Bacon Chicken Ranch Sliders, Lemon Pepper Wings, and Homemade Crab Rangoons!
These philly cheese sliders have me in a chokehold right now. As a Philly native, when I’m craving an authentic Philly cheesesteak but don’t feel like going to the grocery store, getting a ribeye and hoagie rolls, I pull out the ground beef and go to town.
And let me tell you, these easy philly cheesesteak sliders are the REAL DEAL. This is as close as you’ll get to an authentic cheesesteak but in slider form. And it’s SO easy to make!
I drench the slider rolls with a little garlic butter and bake them in the oven until the get nice and toasty and golden… and it’s a while vibe!
Recipe Overview: Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
- 🥒 Prep Time: 5 mins
- 🍳Cook Time: 30 mins
- 🕛Ready In: 35 mins
- 👥Serves: 12 slider rolls
- 🔥 Cook Method: Skillet-cooked, oven-baked sliders
- 🥣Flavor Profile: Savory, cheesy, beefy – crowd pleasing!
- ⭐Difficulty: Very Easy
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Key Ingredients
(full list of ingredients can be found in the recipe card)
- Ground Beef (I used 80/20) is the base of these sliders. Using ground beef instead of steak makes the recipe more budget-friendly and easy!
- Hawaiian Sweet Rolls are soft, slightly sweet, and perfect for soaking up all the juices without falling apart.
- American Cheese (or provolone cheese) is key for that classic Philly cheesesteak flavor! it melts smoothly and coats the beef without breaking or becoming greasy. Its creamy flavor balances the savory meat and sweet onions perfectly!
- Yellow Onions add natural sweetness as they caramelize in the skillet! This is key to a good philly cheesesteak, bringing in a ton of great flavor. A real treat for the taste buds.
- Ketchup and Yellow Mustard go in the filling for added flavor. Both balance out the richness of the beef and melted cheese!
Substitutions and Variations
- If you prefer a different kind of meat – use boneless ribeye steak or sirloin steak. Freeze for about 30 minutes, then cut it nice and thin with a very sharp knife then cook the shaved steak for about 5 mins over medium-high heat. Skirt steak is another good option that’s pretty accessible.
- Add a touch of Worcestershire sauce for a slightly tangy flavor to the beef. You can also add Bell peppers and sliced mushrooms for added texture and flavor if you want to level things up.
Heads up – I’ve seen soooooo many renditions of philly cheesesteaks. And I have to inform ya’ll – cheese whiz and green peppers (or any bell peppers) ARE NOT authentic philly cheesesteaks toppings. You can add it if you want but that is not how we do it in Philly!
How To Make Philly Cheese Steak Sliders
Step 1: Cut the slider buns in half and place onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Toast in the oven to 5-8 minutes.
Step 2: While the buns are toasting, make the filling. Caramelize the onions in a large skillet, then add ground beef, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Break up the ground beef and cook until the meat is no longer pink. Add mustard and ketchup to the ground beef, toss until mixed in, then add 4 slices of American Cheese. Remove from heat and continue to stirring until the cheese is melted.
Step 3: Mix together mayo and mustard in a small bowl and use a brush or back of a spoon to spread across the buns. Add the ground beef mixture to the bottom half of the buns and place 4 slices of American cheese on the top half of the buns. Place together.
Step 4: In a small bowl, mix together the garlic butter mixture. Brush the garlic butter mixture on top of the rolls. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
Tips for the BEST Philly Sliders
- Drain excess grease from the ground beef. Removing extra fat keeps the filling from becoming greasy and prevents soggy sliders.
- Use sliced American cheese, not shredded. Slices melt more evenly and create that classic, creamy cheesesteak texture.
- Remove the filling from the heat once the cheese is added. This prevents the cheese from burning.
How To Serve
Philly cheesesteak sliders pair perfectly with classic, casual sides like crispy French fries, sweet potato fries, or potato chips.
For game day or parties, these sliders are great alongside pickles, potato salad, or a big ol pan of garlic butter wings.
Recipe FAQs
American cheese is the best choice for Philly cheesesteak sliders because it melts smoothly and creates a creamy, cohesive filling. Provolone or Swiss is also a great option!
Yes, you can prepare the filling up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Warm the filling slightly (in the microwave or in a pan over low heat) and assemble and bake the sliders just before serving for the best texture.
Toasting the rolls in the oven prior to assembling the sliders and draining excess fat from the ground beef Use sliced American cheese, not shredded. Slices melt more evenly and create that classic, creamy cheesesteak texture.
ensures that the rolls come out perfectly crisp instead of soggy.
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Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
Equipment
- Large Skillet optional
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper or Aluminum Foil
Ingredients
- 12 pack Hawaiian Slider rolls
- 1 Large onion, (chopped)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil, (or any neutral oil)
- 1 tbsp Salted Butter
- 1/4 tsp Sugar
- 1 lb Ground Beef, (80/20)
- 2 tsp Onion Powder, roughly chopped
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 2 tsp Yellow Mustard
- 2 tsp Ketchup
- 8 slices American cheese, (you can also use provolone)
Mayo Spread
- 3 tbsp Mayo
- 1 tbsp Yellow Mustard
Garlic Butter Topping
- 3 tbsp Salted Butter
- 1 clove Garlic, (minced)
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, (dinced)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Cut the slider buns in half, lengthwise, and place onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Toast in the oven to 5-8 minutes. 12 pack Hawaiian Slider rolls
- While the buns are toasting, add a large skillet onto the stove over medium heat. Let it warm for 3-4 minutes, then add a drizzle of olive oil and butter. Once the butter is melted, add diced onions and sugar. Cook for 5 minutes, until softened and slightly golden brown. 1 tbsp Olive Oil 1 tbsp Salted Butter 1 Large onion 1/4 tsp Sugar
- Then add ground beef, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Break up the ground beef and cook until the meat is no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes. (if there's a lot of excess fat, drain it off to prevent the bread from becoming soggy) 1 lb Ground Beef 2 tsp Onion Powder 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder 1 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt 1 tsp Black Pepper
- Add mustard and ketchup to the ground beef, toss until mixed in, then add 4 slices of American Cheese. Remove from heat and continue to stirring until the cheese is melted. 2 tsp Yellow Mustard 2 tsp Ketchup
- In a small bowl, mix together mayo and mustard and use a brush or back of a spoon to lather across the buns. 3 tbsp Mayo 1 tbsp Yellow Mustard
- In a separate bowl, mix together the garlic butter mixture. Combine melted butter, minced garlic cloves, and fresh parsley. 3 tbsp Salted Butter 1 clove Garlic 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley
- Add the ground beef mixture to the bottom half of the buns and place 4 slices of American cheese on the top half of the buns. Place the top half onto the bottom half, then brush the garlic butter mixture on top of the rolls. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
Notes
- Drain excess grease from the ground beef. Removing extra fat keeps the filling from becoming greasy and prevents soggy sliders.
- Use sliced American cheese, not shredded. Slices melt more evenly and create that classic, creamy cheesesteak texture.
- Remove the filling from the heat once the cheese is added. This prevents the cheese from burning.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Yes I made this tonight but I ended up using ground beef and it was really tasty. I also tweaked this recipe using already baked chicken breasts and using munster cheese but it also was extremely tasty so win win.
Thank You so much for sharing this with people who just need something new because they haven’t had anyone to cook for in a long time and now everyone is extremely picky eaters so really have to learn new things. 😀
I love that you tweaked this recipe to your liking and that it came out well! Thank you so much for your feedback, I’m delighted to hear that it gave you something new to try!
Traditionally, a Philly Cheesesteak does NOT have peppers but this recipe was so good! I really enjoyed it.
The Philly sliders were a big hit at my gathering, everyone loved them
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you!