Description
Classic mini sliders combine juicy beef patties with melted cheese and fresh toppings, creating a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Guests will savor these bite-sized burgers that deliver maximum flavor in small, irresistible packages.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef (or alternative like turkey or plant-based meat)
Bun and Toppings:
- 12 mini slider buns
- 4 slices cheese (optional)
- 1 cup lettuce, chopped
- 2 tomato slices
- 4 pickle slices
Seasonings and Condiments:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon seasoning of choice
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
Instructions
- Prepare a cooking surface at medium heat using a grill or skillet to ensure even cooking of mini burger patties.
- Mix ground beef with seasonings, gently combining salt, pepper, and preferred spice blend to enhance flavor without overworking the meat.
- Form compact, uniform patties approximately 2-3 inches in diameter, creating consistent thickness for balanced cooking.
- Place patties on heated surface, cooking 3-4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 160°F for medium doneness.
- Simultaneously warm slider buns on the same cooking surface, lightly toasting edges for a crisp texture and golden appearance.
- Melt cheese directly onto hot patties during final minute of cooking to create a smooth, creamy layer.
- Layer assembled sliders with fresh lettuce, tomato slices, crisp pickle rounds, and preferred condiments for added complexity and freshness.
- Plate immediately while patties remain hot, ensuring optimal temperature and flavor integrity for serving.
Notes
- Customize patty seasoning with garlic powder, onion powder, or Worcestershire sauce for extra flavor depth.
- Prevent burger shrinkage by making a small dimple in the center of each patty before cooking to help maintain even shape.
- Use lean ground beef (80/20 mix) for juicy sliders that won’t dry out during grilling or cooking.
- Experiment with alternative protein options like ground turkey, plant-based patties, or chicken for dietary variations and healthier alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg