Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders

The sizzling aroma of savory sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melted cheese nestled between warm, buttery rolls is enough to get anyone out of bed with enthusiasm. These irresistible Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders are the perfect morning crowd-pleaser that combines convenience with indulgence. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, feeding a hungry family, or meal prepping for busy weekdays, these sliders strike the perfect balance of hearty protein and comforting flavors. You’ll learn how to create perfectly assembled breakfast sandwiches that can be customized to your taste preferences while keeping preparation streamlined and simple.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders will quickly become your go-to morning recipe for several compelling reasons. First, they offer incredible time efficiency – you can prepare a dozen servings at once, making them perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. The contrasting textures are truly remarkable: buttery, slightly crisp slider buns giving way to tender sausage patties, fluffy scrambled eggs, and gooey melted cheese that stretches with each bite.

The convenience factor cannot be overstated. Unlike individual breakfast sandwiches that require constant attention, these breakfast sliders bake together in one pan, allowing you to multitask during morning routines. The flavor combination hits all the right notes – savory, slightly spicy sausage, protein-rich eggs, and the comforting richness of melted cheese, all enhanced with a brush of garlic butter that transforms ordinary rolls into something extraordinary.

Best of all, these breakfast sandwich sliders can be partially prepared the night before, requiring just a quick assembly and bake in the morning for a hot, fresh breakfast that feels special enough for weekends but practical enough for weekdays.

Ingredients

For the Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders, you’ll need:

• 12 slider buns or Hawaiian sweet rolls (1 package)
• 1 pound (454g) breakfast sausage
• 8 large eggs
• ¼ cup (60ml) milk
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups (8oz/226g) shredded cheddar cheese (medium or sharp)
• 4 tablespoons (56g) butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon dried parsley
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder

The slider buns provide the perfect vehicle for these breakfast sandwiches – Hawaiian sweet rolls offer a slight sweetness that beautifully complements the savory fillings. For the cheese, a medium or sharp cheddar provides the ideal meltability and flavor, though American cheese slices work wonderfully for an extra creamy texture. The breakfast sausage can be either store-bought patties or bulk sausage formed into a thin layer – choose regular, sage-flavored, or even maple-flavored for a sweet-savory combination.

Pro Tips

Use a Baking Dish with Sides: Always use a baking dish with sides rather than a flat sheet pan. This ensures that the egg mixture stays contained and the butter sauce doesn’t leak during baking, keeping your breakfast egg sliders perfectly moist.

Perfect Egg Technique: For the ideal egg layer, whisk eggs thoroughly with milk before cooking over medium-low heat, stirring frequently. The key is to remove them from heat when they’re still slightly glossy and underdone (about 90% cooked) as they’ll continue cooking in the oven. This prevents dry, overcooked eggs in your breakfast sliders.

The Sheet Method: For the most efficient assembly, don’t separate the slider buns individually. Instead, slice the entire sheet of connected rolls horizontally with a serrated knife, keeping top and bottom halves intact. This allows you to build the sliders as one large sandwich before cutting into individual servings, ensuring consistent filling in each breakfast slider and dramatically reducing preparation time.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Sausage
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If using bulk breakfast sausage, press it into an even layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, creating a rectangle roughly the size of your slider buns. Bake for 15-18 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink. Drain on paper towels to remove excess grease. Alternatively, if using pre-formed sausage patties, cook according to package directions, ensuring they’re slightly overlapping when placed on the buns.

Step 2: Prepare the Eggs
While the sausage cooks, crack 8 eggs into a bowl and whisk thoroughly with milk, salt, and pepper. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of butter. Pour in the egg mixture and cook, gently stirring occasionally with a rubber spatula. Remember to remove from heat when eggs are still slightly wet – they’ll finish cooking in the oven. Let the eggs cool slightly before assembly.

Step 3: Prepare the Butter Mixture
In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with garlic powder, dried parsley, and onion powder. Stir well to combine. This flavorful mixture will add incredible depth to your Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders.

Step 4: Assemble the Sliders
Slice the entire package of slider buns horizontally, keeping them connected. Place the bottom half in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer with the cooked sausage, followed by the scrambled eggs, and then sprinkle evenly with shredded cheese. Place the top half of the buns over the cheese layer.

Step 5: Bake to Perfection
Brush the tops of the buns generously with the prepared butter mixture, allowing some to drip down the sides. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted. Let rest for 5 minutes before cutting into individual breakfast sliders and serving.

Variations

Denver Breakfast Sliders: Transform your Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders into Denver-style breakfast sandwiches by adding diced green bell peppers, red bell peppers, and diced onions to your scrambled egg mixture. Sauté the vegetables until softened before adding the eggs, and substitute diced ham for the sausage layer for an authentic Denver omelet flavor profile in convenient slider form.

Southwest Breakfast Sliders: For a spicy twist, add a layer of mild green chiles to your egg breakfast sliders, swap the cheddar for pepper jack cheese, and mix chipotle powder into your butter topping. Serve with sliced avocado and salsa on the side for a Mexican-inspired breakfast option that still maintains the convenience of the original slider recipe.

Vegetarian Option: Create a meat-free version by omitting the sausage and doubling the egg layer or substituting with vegetarian sausage patties. Add sautéed mushrooms and spinach to the egg mixture for additional flavor and nutrients, making these breakfast egg sliders suitable for vegetarian guests while keeping the same satisfying texture and portability.

Storage and Serving

These Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders can be refrigerated for up to 3 days in an airtight container. For best results when reheating, wrap individual sliders in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30-45 seconds, or place several in a foil packet and warm in a 325°F oven for 10-12 minutes until heated through.

For freezer storage, wrap individual breakfast sliders tightly in plastic wrap, then aluminum foil, and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating using the methods above.

Serve these breakfast sandwich sliders alongside fresh fruit for a complete morning meal. For brunch gatherings, pair them with a simple arugula salad dressed with lemon vinaigrette to cut through the richness. When serving for game day breakfast or casual gatherings, consider setting up a condiment station with hot sauce, maple syrup, and flavored cream cheese to allow guests to customize their breakfast sliders to their preferences.

FAQs

Can I make these breakfast sliders the night before?
Yes! Assemble the sliders through step 4, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, prepare the butter mixture, brush over the tops, and bake, adding an extra 5-7 minutes to the covered baking time since you’re starting with cold ingredients.

What’s the best cheese for breakfast sliders?
While the recipe calls for cheddar, any good melting cheese works well. Try Swiss for a nutty flavor, American for creaminess, or pepper jack for a spicy kick in your Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders.

Can I use crescent rolls instead of slider buns?
Yes, though the technique differs. Unroll crescent dough into rectangles, pinching seams, then layer ingredients and roll up before slicing and baking according to crescent dough package instructions.

How do I prevent the bottoms from getting soggy?
A quick solution is to lightly toast the bottom buns for 5 minutes in the oven before assembly, creating a barrier against moisture from the fillings.

Can I use egg whites only in this recipe?
Absolutely! Substitute 2 egg whites for each whole egg (16 total), reducing the baking time by about 3 minutes as egg whites cook more quickly than whole eggs.

Conclusion

These Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders are comfort food at its finest — portable, customizable, and satisfying in every bite. The combination of savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese between soft, buttery rolls creates a breakfast experience that feels indulgent yet comes together with remarkable ease. It’s the kind of dish that transforms ordinary mornings into special occasions while still fitting seamlessly into busy schedules, proving that a homemade breakfast doesn’t have to be complicated to be extraordinary.

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