BBQ Cheeseburger Sliders
Indulge in these flavorful BBQ Cheeseburger Sliders with smoky BBQ sauce, melted cheese, and juicy beef patties, perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings.
Ingredients
For the Sliders
- 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend for best flavor) Choose quality meat to ensure juiciness.
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 pieces slider buns
- 12 slices cheddar cheese Feel free to experiment with other cheese types.
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand) Customize flavor with different BBQ sauce styles.
For Garnish (Optional)
- Pickles
- Lettuce
- Sliced tomatoes
- Red onion slices
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently to avoid overworking the meat.
Cooking
- Divide the beef mixture into 12 equal portions and shape each into a small patty, about 1-inch thick with an indentation in the center.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the patties on the grill or skillet for about 4-5 minutes on one side until browned, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Brush BBQ sauce on each patty and top with a slice of cheddar cheese during the last minute of cooking. Cover to melt the cheese.
- Toast the slider buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- Assemble the sliders by placing a patty on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Add extra BBQ sauce, pickles, lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions before covering with the top half of the bun.
Serving
- Serve the BBQ cheeseburger sliders warm and enjoy the delightful flavors.
Notes
Wrap leftovers tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer then wrap individually for up to 3 months. Reheat in a microwave for 30-60 seconds or in a preheated oven at 350°F until warmed through.