Name: Breakfast Sliders with Sausage, Bacon, Eggs, and Colby Jack Cheese Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 9 mini pretzel slider buns (sliced into top buns and bottom buns); 4-5 strips bacon; 16 oz ground pork sausage; 4 large eggs; 2 tbsp milk; Pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper; 4 slices Colby Jack cheese; 3 tbsp unsalted butter (divided); 1 tbsp maple syrup; Optional: chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Introduction

These Breakfast Sliders are a deliciously savory start to your day, combining crispy bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melted Colby Jack cheese all nestled in soft mini pretzel buns. Perfectly layered and baked with a touch of sweet maple butter, they make a satisfying and convenient breakfast treat.

Nine small breakfast sliders are arranged close together on white parchment paper over a wooden board with a white marbled texture underneath. Each slider has a shiny, golden brown pretzel bun top with three deep slashes and a sprinkle of green herbs on top. The layers under the bun show scrambled yellow eggs, crispy brown sausage, melted orange cheese, and bacon with a reddish-brown hue peeking out on the sides. Small green parsley sprigs are scattered around the sliders on the parchment and board. A white cup filled with a clear amber-colored liquid sits near the top right, with a light beige cloth softly folded next to it. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

9 mini pretzel slider buns, sliced into top and bottom halves

4–5 strips bacon

16 oz ground pork sausage

4 large eggs

2 tbsp milk

Pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper

4 slices Colby Jack cheese

3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided

1 tbsp maple syrup

Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking dish or baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the bacon until crisp, then transfer it to a paper towel–lined plate to drain.

Step 3: Carefully drain off excess bacon grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet. Add the sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up as it cooks. Remove from heat.

Step 4: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Heat a second skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of butter, then softly scramble the eggs just until set. Remove from heat.

Step 5: Arrange the bottom halves of the pretzel buns in the prepared baking dish. Evenly layer the cooked sausage, scrambled eggs, slices of Colby Jack cheese, and bacon on top. Place the top buns over the layers.

Step 6: Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in the maple syrup, then brush this mixture generously over the tops of the buns.

Step 7: Bake uncovered for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the buns are heated through.

Step 8: Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Tips & Variations

For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage and bacon with sautéed mushrooms and spinach.

Use your favorite cheese, such as cheddar or pepper jack, for a different flavor profile.

Brushing the buns with maple butter not only adds sweetness but helps achieve a glossy, golden finish.

Prepare the filling the night before and assemble then bake fresh in the morning for busy days.

FAQs

Can I make these sliders ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the sausage and egg mixture in advance and assemble the sliders before baking. Keep assembled sliders covered in the refrigerator and bake fresh when ready to serve.

Can I freeze the breakfast sliders?

These sliders freeze well. Wrap each slider individually in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven before serving.