BBQ Cheeseburger Sliders
Delicious mini burgers with smoky BBQ sauce and melted cheese, ideal for gatherings or quick meals. Customize with your favorite toppings for a savory, satisfying slider experience.
Equipment
- 1 skillet or grill
- 1 bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder optional
- 1 tsp onion powder optional
- 8 slider buns or small rolls
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, American, or favorite
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup BBQ sauce plus extra for serving
- Optional toppings: sliced pickles diced onions, lettuce, tomato
Instructions
- Season the ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder if using. Mix gently and shape into 8 small patties.
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat and cook patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- Brush patties with BBQ sauce and warm briefly until the sauce starts to caramelize.
- Place each patty on a slider bun, top with shredded cheese to melt, and add desired toppings.
- Serve the sliders warm with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Notes
- Use a broiler or cover the pan briefly to melt cheese faster.
- Add ranch or mayo for extra creaminess.
- Pair sliders with fries, chips, or slaw for a fuller meal.
- Patties can be prepped ahead and refrigerated before cooking.