Easy Big Mac Sliders for an Amazing Party Treat Recipe
These Easy Big Mac Sliders are a crowd-pleasing party treat that mimic the classic flavors of the iconic Big Mac burger in bite-sized form. Featuring layers of seasoned beef, melty American cheese, tangy Big Mac-style sauce, pickles, and shredded lettuce served on soft slider buns, these sliders are perfect for gatherings or game day snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 sliders 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Slider Buns
- 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Slider Mixture
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped white onion
Toppings
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 9 slices American cheese
- 24–30 dill pickle slices
Big Mac Style Sauce
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 1/2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, sugar, yellow mustard, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix well until smooth and refrigerate to allow flavors to meld.
- Cook the Beef Mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with finely chopped white onion, salt, and black pepper until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- Prepare for Assembly: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish or sheet pan to prevent sticking.
- Assemble Bottom Buns: Place the bottom halves of the slider buns in the greased dish and spread a thin layer of the prepared Big Mac sauce over each bun.
- Add Beef and Toppings: Evenly layer the cooked beef mixture over the bottom buns. Then, place the American cheese slices across the beef, followed by a generous layer of dill pickle slices.
- Bake to Melt Cheese: Bake the assembled sliders in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Add Lettuce and More Sauce: Remove the sliders from the oven, add shredded lettuce on top of the melted cheese and beef, and spread more Big Mac sauce over the lettuce layer.
- Top and Prepare Buns: Place the top halves of the buns on the sliders. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle sesame seeds evenly over them.
- Final Toasting: Bake the sliders again for 3 to 4 minutes until the tops are lightly toasted and golden.
- Serve Warm: Slice the sliders apart if needed and serve immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and keep sliders juicy.
- You can prepare the Big Mac sauce a day ahead for enhanced flavor.
- For extra crispness, toast buns lightly before assembling.
- These sliders are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the oven.
- Adjust seasoning in the sauce to taste, particularly the sugar and mustard levels.
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