Description
Craving something fast, fun, and loaded with flavor? These Ultimate Homemade Big Mac Sliders deliver all the crave-worthy elements of your favorite fast food burger—tangy sauce, melty cheese, juicy beef, and sesame buns—but in a mini, party-friendly format. Perfect as a quick lunch, an easy dinner idea, or a hit appetizer for gatherings, this easy recipe is packed with bold taste and crowd-pleasing nostalgia. Whether you’re searching for delicious dinner ideas, quick comfort food, or snackable bites for entertaining, these sliders check all the boxes. Crispy edges, creamy layers, and that iconic burger sauce make them absolutely irresistible!
Ingredients
For the Special Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp finely diced pickles (or sweet relish)
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
For the Beef Patties:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Oil or butter for cooking
For the Sliders:
- 8 sesame slider buns
- 8 slices American cheese
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1/2 cup dill pickle slices
- 1/4 cup rehydrated minced onions (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: Mix mayo, pickles, mustard, vinegar, and spices in a bowl. Refrigerate.
- Prep Toppings: Shred lettuce, slice pickles, and soak minced onions if using.
- Form Patties: Divide ground beef into 8 thin, round patties. Season both sides.
- Cook Patties: Heat skillet or griddle, cook patties 2 mins per side, add cheese.
- Toast Buns: Lightly toast buns in oven or on skillet.
- Assemble Sliders: Bottom bun, sauce, lettuce, patty with cheese, pickles, onions, top bun.
- Serve Hot: Serve immediately with your favorite sides.