Juicy mini beef patties with melted cheese, tangy pickles, and creamy sauce in soft buns perfect for gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef Patties
01 - 1.1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
02 - 1 tsp salt
03 - ½ tsp black pepper
04 - ½ tsp garlic powder
→ Special Sauce
05 - 4 tbsp mayonnaise
06 - 2 tbsp ketchup
07 - 1 tbsp yellow mustard
08 - 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
09 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
10 - ½ tsp onion powder
→ Sliders Assembly
11 - 12 mini slider buns
12 - 6 slices cheddar cheese, halved
13 - 12 dill pickle slices
14 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
15 - 1 small tomato, thinly sliced (optional)
16 - 1 cup shredded lettuce (optional)
17 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (for brushing buns)
18 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, relish, smoked paprika, and onion powder in a small bowl. Mix well and chill until use.
02 - Place ground beef, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a large bowl. Gently mix to combine. Divide into 12 equal portions and shape into small patties slightly larger than buns.
03 - Heat a large skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook patties 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. During the final minute, top each patty with half a slice of cheddar to melt.
04 - Brush cut sides of buns with melted butter. Toast in a dry skillet or oven until golden and crisp.
05 - Spread special sauce on top and bottom buns. Place cheesy patty on bottom bun, then layer with a pickle slice, red onion, tomato, and lettuce as desired. Cap with top bun and sprinkle sesame seeds if using.
06 - Serve sliders hot for best flavor.
