Description
Cheeseburger sliders bring mini burger magic to game day gatherings with irresistible bite-sized goodness. Juicy beef patties topped with melted cheese and classic condiments create party-perfect flavor that will delight hungry guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 slider buns
- 12 cheddar cheese slices
Condiments and Toppings:
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- 1/4 cup pickles
Seasonings and Extras:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare workstation with all ingredients and preheat oven to 350F for consistent heating.
- Mix ground beef thoroughly with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Shape seasoned meat into compact, uniform mini patties ensuring consistent cooking.
- Heat skillet over medium temperature and cook patties until golden brown and fully cooked through, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Carefully slice slider buns horizontally, creating top and bottom halves for assembly.
- Arrange bottom bun halves on clean baking sheet, creating a stable base for sliders.
- Transfer cooked beef patties directly onto bottom bun halves, ensuring proper fit.
- Layer cheese slices atop each patty, allowing edges to slightly overhang for melting.
- Gently place bun tops over cheese-covered patties, creating miniature burger sandwiches.
- Generously brush exposed bun surfaces with melted butter for golden, crispy exterior.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes until cheese melts completely and buns turn light golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let rest briefly before garnishing with pickles, ketchup, and mustard.
- Serve immediately while sliders are warm and cheese remains gooey.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure ground beef reaches 160°F for safe consumption, preventing any foodborne illnesses.
- Experiment with additional spices like smoked paprika or worcestershire sauce to elevate the burger’s flavor profile.
- Try different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar, pepper jack, or blue cheese to create unique taste combinations.
- Swap beef for ground turkey or plant-based alternatives, and use gluten-free buns to accommodate various dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg