Cheeseburger Sub With Special Sauce Recipe
Meet your new favorite party food! Perfectly toasted, soft rolls are filled with tender ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, a homemade special sauce and all your favorite toppings to make this cheeseburger sub recipe.
How to Make the Best Cheeseburger Sub With Special Sauce
These Cheeseburger Subs With Special Sauce are the ultimate party food that combines all the deliciousness of a classic cheeseburger in an easy-to-serve sandwich format. The homemade special sauce is the real star here—a tangy, umami-rich condiment that elevates these simple subs into something truly special. Perfect for watch parties, tailgates, game day gatherings, or any casual meal where you want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and versatility. The seasoned ground beef is cooked to perfection with just the right amount of garlic and spices, then topped with melted cheddar cheese that gets slightly crispy under the broiler. Combined with your favorite burger toppings—lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions—and that amazing special sauce, you get all the flavors of a gourmet burger in a fun, shareable format.
Make the special sauce ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator for up to a week, making this recipe perfect for meal prep or entertaining. Whether you’re serving four or scaling up for a crowd, these cheeseburger subs are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
Cheeseburger Sub With Special Sauce
Meet your new favorite party food! Perfectly toasted, soft rolls are filled with tender ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, a homemade special sauce and all your favorite toppings to make this cheeseburger sub recipe.
Ingredients
Special Sauce
Beef & Subs
Instructions
Make the Special Sauce
- Add the mayonnaise to a small bowl and stir in the relish, garlic, vinegar, paprika, onion powder, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You can prepare this up to a week in advance.
Cook the Beef
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the oil.
- Once the oil warms, add the ground beef and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook the beef, using a wooden spoon to break up the meat during the cooking process.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, constantly stirring.
- Turn off the heat and drain the beef.
Assemble the Subs
- Divide the beef among four sub rolls.
- Top each with 1/4 cup shredded cheddar.
- Place in the broiler until the cheese melts, about a minute. Keep a close eye to make sure the bread doesn't burn.
- Remove from the broiler and dress with special sauce and desired toppings.
- Lightly brush the sub rolls with melted butter and enjoy!