Roasted jalapeños, cream cheese and crispy bacon are stuffed into these grilled hamburger sliders—perfect for summer BBQs and parties.
Sponsored by King’s Hawaiian.
Last year I first tried King’s Hawaiian Jalapeño Rolls in a Roasted Jalapeño Honey Carne Asada Slider recipe, and ever since I’ve been hooked on their sweet-and-spicy flavor. When I learned the rolls are now available in stores nationwide, I grabbed a couple of bags—one to snack on and one to build a new recipe around.
For this version I combined two of my favorite party foods: the classic jalapeño popper and a juicy grilled slider. Imagine warm cream cheese mixed with smoky roasted jalapeños and crunchy bacon tucked inside a small beef patty, melted cheddar crowning the top, all served on a soft King’s Hawaiian Jalapeño Roll. These Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Sliders are bold, satisfying, and easy to make for a crowd.
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 jalapeños, roasted, peeled, de-seeded and diced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 12 King’s Hawaiian Jalapeño Rolls
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: Fry or bake the bacon until crisp, then drain and crumble. Set aside.
- Roast the jalapeños: Place whole jalapeños under a broiler or directly on a hot grill until the skins are blackened and blistered. Transfer them to a sealed plastic bag for 3–5 minutes to steam, which loosens the skin. Remove, peel off the skin, discard stems and seeds, and dice the peppers.
- Make the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crumbled bacon and diced roasted jalapeños until evenly mixed.
- Form the sliders: In a large bowl, season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Divide the meat into 12 equal portions and flatten each into a small patty. Press a small well or indentation into the center of each patty to hold the filling.
- Stuff the patties: Spoon the cream cheese, bacon and jalapeño mixture into each well. Carefully wrap the beef around the filling to seal it, smoothing seams so the filling stays enclosed while cooking.
- Grill: Place the stuffed sliders on a preheated grill over medium heat and cook 5–7 minutes per side, or until the beef reaches your desired doneness. Add shredded cheddar to the top during the last minute of cooking to melt.
- Assemble and serve: Place each finished slider on a King’s Hawaiian Jalapeño Roll and serve warm.
Recipe Details
- Servings: 12 sliders
- Prep time: 19 minutes
- Cook time: 10 minutes
- Total time: 29 minutes
- Author: Whitney Bond
Tips & Variations
- For milder heat, remove all seeds and membranes from the jalapeños. For more heat, leave some seeds or use serrano peppers instead.
- Try mixing a little shredded Monterey Jack or pepper jack with the cheddar for extra creaminess and melt.
- If you prefer, bake the sliders on a sheet pan at 400°F (204°C) for 12–15 minutes, turning once, until the burgers reach the desired doneness.
- Make ahead: Prepare the cream cheese filling and store it refrigerated for up to two days. Form and refrigerate uncooked stuffed patties up to a day before grilling for easier meal prep.
Serving Suggestions
These stuffed sliders are ideal for summer barbecues, game day gatherings, potlucks and casual parties. Serve them with classic sides like coleslaw, potato salad or a crisp green salad to balance the richness. Offer extra sliced jalapeños and pickles on the side for guests who like added kick.
Storage
Leftover cooked sliders can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a low oven or on the grill until warmed through to avoid overcooking the beef or melting out the filling too fast.
Nutrition Facts (approximate per slider)
- Calories: 401 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
- Sodium: 588 mg
These Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Sliders combine creamy, smoky, spicy and sweet flavors for a crowd-pleasing bite. They’re easy to scale up for larger gatherings and pair beautifully with cold drinks and lively company—perfect for any summer celebration.