Description
Discover how to make beef sliders—perfectly juicy mini burgers with customizable toppings. Ideal for parties, dinners, or game day!
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients List
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 or 85/15)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 12 slider buns (brioche, potato rolls, or Hawaiian rolls)
- 6 slices of cheese (cheddar, American, or Swiss), halved
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently to distribute the seasonings evenly without overworking the meat.
- Form the Patties: Divide the beef mixture into 12 equal portions, about 2 ounces each. Shape each portion into a ball, then flatten it into a patty slightly larger than the slider buns. Press a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up as they cook.
- Cook the Patties: Preheat a griddle or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties to the pan, pressing them down gently with a spatula. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the patties are browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness. During the last minute of cooking, place a half slice of cheese on each patty and cover the pan to melt the cheese.
- Toast the Buns: While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the slider buns on the griddle or in a skillet until they are golden brown.
- Assemble the Sliders: To assemble the sliders, place a beef patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onion slices, followed by your preferred condiments. Place the top half of the bun on each slider and press down gently to secure the toppings.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the beef sliders immediately, while the patties are still warm and the cheese is melted. Pair them with sides like fries, onion rings, or a simple salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Keep It Juicy: When forming the patties, be sure to handle the beef gently. Overmixing or pressing the patties too tightly can result in dense, dry sliders. Keep the patties slightly larger than the buns, as they will shrink slightly during cooking.
- Cheese Melting Tip: To ensure your cheese melts perfectly, place the cheese slices on the patties during the last minute of cooking. Cover the pan with a lid to trap the heat, allowing the cheese to melt evenly.
- Buns Matter: Slider buns come in various types—brioche, potato rolls, and Hawaiian rolls are popular choices. Lightly toasting the buns ensures they don’t get soggy when paired with the juicy beef patties.
- Double Up on Flavors: For extra flavor, brush the buns with a little butter or garlic butter before toasting them on the grill or skillet. This adds an extra layer of richness to your sliders.