Beef Sliders Cheddar Cheese (Printer-friendly)
Juicy mini beef burgers with melted cheddar on soft buns, perfect for parties and family dinners.
# What You Need:
→ Beef Patties
01 - 1.1 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
→ Cheese and Buns
06 - 8 slices cheddar cheese
07 - 8 slider buns
→ Toppings
08 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise
09 - 2 tbsp ketchup
10 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
11 - 8 slices pickles
12 - 1 small tomato, sliced
13 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
→ For Cooking
14 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil or unsalted butter
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Do not overmix to maintain tender texture.
02 - Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a small, flat patty slightly larger than your buns to account for shrinkage during cooking.
03 - Heat the vegetable oil or butter in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
04 - Cook the patties for 2–3 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
05 - In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover the pan to help it melt completely.
06 - Split and lightly toast the slider buns for added texture and to prevent sogginess.
07 - Spread mayonnaise and ketchup on each bun, add the cheesy beef patty, and top with onion, pickles, tomato, and lettuce as desired.
08 - Serve immediately while hot for the best flavor and texture.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These sliders come together in under 30 minutes, making them perfect for last minute gatherings or weeknight dinners when you need something satisfying without the fuss
- The 80/20 beef blend creates incredibly juicy patties that stay tender even after hitting high heat, and the cheese melting trick is something I learned from a short order cook who swore by covering the pan
02 -
- Never press down on your burgers while they cook, all those delicious juices will escape and leave you with dry patties
- Letting the patties rest for just 2 minutes after cooking helps them retain their juices when you take that first bite
03 -
- Make a small dent in the center of each raw patty with your thumb, this prevents them from puffing up into spheres and helps them cook evenly
- Bring your ground beef to room temperature for about 20 minutes before cooking, this ensures they sear properly instead of steaming in the pan