Cowboy Breakfast Sliders Recipe

Introduction

Start your day with these hearty Cowboy Breakfast Sliders, packed with eggs, sausage, bacon, and melted cheddar cheese all nestled in soft Hawaiian rolls. They’re perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying a satisfying breakfast treat any time.

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs, scrambled
• 8 ounces ground pork sausage, cooked
• 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled (about 1 cup)
• 1 cup (113 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 package (12-count) King’s Hawaiian Rolls
• 1 recipe cowboy butter, melted (divided)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 7×11-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
2. Step 2: Split the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally and place the bottom halves evenly in the prepared baking dish.
3. Step 3: Pour about 2 tablespoons of melted cowboy butter evenly over the bottom halves of the rolls.
4. Step 4: Layer the scrambled eggs, cooked sausage, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the buttered rolls.
5. Step 5: Place the top halves of the rolls on top of the cheese layer. Brush the tops with 2 tablespoons of melted cowboy butter.
6. Step 6: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is hot and bubbly.
7. Step 7: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 3–5 minutes, or until the tops of the sliders turn golden brown.
8. Step 8: Remove from the oven, slice into sliders, and serve with the remaining melted cowboy butter brushed on top or used for dipping.

Tips & Variations

• Substitute ground sausage with ground beef or turkey for a different flavor.
• Add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
• Use different cheeses like pepper jack or smoked gouda for variety.
• Make extra cowboy butter to serve on the side for dipping or spreading.

Storage

Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individually in a microwave or oven until warmed through. For best results, reheat in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes to keep the rolls crisp.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these sliders ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the sliders the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake them fresh in the morning following the baking instructions.

What is cowboy butter?

Cowboy butter is a savory melted butter blend often mixed with herbs, garlic, and spices. It adds rich flavor and moisture to the sliders. You can find recipes to make your own or buy it pre-made.

Cowboy Breakfast Sliders Recipe

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These Cowboy Breakfast Sliders are a savory, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for brunch or a hearty breakfast. Featuring scrambled eggs, seasoned ground pork sausage, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, all layered inside fluffy King’s Hawaiian rolls and brushed with flavorful melted cowboy butter, then baked to golden perfection. These sliders combine classic breakfast favorites in a convenient, shareable form.

• Author: zara
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 12 sliders 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Sliders

• 6 large eggs, scrambled
• 8 ounces ground pork sausage, cooked
• 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled (about 1 cup)
• 1 cup (113 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 package (12-count) King’s Hawaiian Rolls

Cowboy Butter

• 1 recipe cowboy butter, melted, divided (typically consists of butter, garlic, herbs, and spices)

Instructions

1. Preheat and prepare baking dish. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 7×11-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set it aside.
2. Assemble the bottom rolls. Split the King’s Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally. Place the bottom halves evenly in the prepared baking dish.
3. Add cowboy butter to rolls. Evenly pour about 2 tablespoons of the melted cowboy butter over the bottom halves of the rolls to infuse flavor and moisture.
4. Layer the fillings. Spread the scrambled eggs evenly over the rolls, followed by cooked ground pork sausage, crumbled bacon, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese, creating a generous and balanced layering.
5. Top with roll halves and brush butter. Place the top halves of the rolls over the cheese layer. Brush the tops with 2 tablespoons of the melted cowboy butter to ensure a golden, flavorful crust.
6. Bake covered. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Bake uncovered to brown. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes until the tops of the sliders turn a golden brown, creating a crispy top layer.
8. Serve with cowboy butter. Remove from the oven, slice the sliders, and serve warm. Brush or dip with the remaining melted cowboy butter for extra richness and flavor.

Notes

• Use freshly cooked bacon and sausage for best flavor and texture.
• For easier serving, consider separating the sliders before baking or slicing after baking as directed.
• Cowboy butter typically includes butter, garlic, chopped herbs, and spices—adjust seasoning to taste.
• These sliders can be assembled in advance and baked just before serving.
• Substitute other cheeses like pepper jack or mozzarella for variation.
• Keep sliders warm by covering loosely with foil after baking if serving later.

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