Texas BBQ Cheeseburger Sliders with Dillo® Dust

When you want the bold flavor of a backyard Texas burger without firing up a giant grill feast, these Texas BBQ Cheeseburger Sliders are the perfect answer. Seasoned with Dillo® Dust Original Texas BBQ Rub, these bite-sized burgers combine juicy ground beef, melted cheddar cheese and caramelized onions for an easy meal or crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Ingredients

• 1½ pounds 80/20 ground beef
• 2 tablespoons Dillo® Dust Original Texas BBQ Rub
• 12 Hawaiian-style slider rolls
• 6 slices cheddar cheese
• 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon melted butter for brushing rolls

Instructions

1. Divide the ground beef into 12 equal portions and form into small patties slightly larger than the slider buns.
2. Season both sides generously with Dillo® Dust.
3. Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
4. Cook the burgers for approximately 3–4 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness.
5. Add cheddar cheese during the final minute and allow it to melt.
6. Melt butter in a skillet and cook the onions until golden brown and caramelized.
7. Combine mayonnaise, ketchup and mustard.
8. Slice the slider rolls and spread the sauce over the bottoms.
9. Add the burgers and caramelized onions.
10. Place the tops on the sliders and brush lightly with melted butter.
11. Serve immediately.

Pro Tip

For an even stronger Texas BBQ flavor, sprinkle a small amount of Dillo® Dust over the finished sliders just before serving.

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