In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and finely diced yellow onion. Mix everything together gently with your hands until just combined.
Divide the beef mixture into 24 equal portions and shape each portion into a small patty, about the size of a dinner roll.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the patties in the skillet, cooking for about 3-4 minutes on each side. Add a slice of cheese on top of each patty during the last minute.
While the patties are cooking, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the dinner rolls in half horizontally and place the bottom half on a greased baking sheet.
Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the bottom half of the rolls. Layer the cooked patties with melted cheese on top, followed by a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.
Brush the tops of the slider buns with a mixture of melted butter and sesame seeds.
Bake the assembled sliders in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Remove the sliders from the oven, let them cool for a couple of minutes, then slice them apart and serve warm.