Easy Big Mac Sliders for an Amazing Party Treat Recipe
These Easy Big Mac Sliders transform the classic burger into a fun, shareable party treat. Made with a savory lean ground beef filling, melty American cheese, tangy homemade Big Mac-style sauce, and crisp pickles, all layered on soft slider buns then baked to perfection. Quick to prepare and perfect for feeding a crowd, these sliders blend nostalgic flavors with simple assembly for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 sliders 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Slider Buns & Toppings
- 12 slider buns or Hawaiian rolls
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 9 slices American cheese
- 24–30 dill pickle slices
- 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
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
- Prepare the Big Mac Sauce: In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, sugar, yellow mustard, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder until smooth. Cover and refrigerate to let the flavors meld while preparing the rest of the sliders.
- Cook the Beef Mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, finely chopped onion, salt, and black pepper until the beef is fully browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat from the skillet to avoid soggy sliders.
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare Baking Dish: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish or a similar size sheet pan to prevent sticking.
- Assemble Bottom Layer: Place the bottom halves of the slider buns evenly in the prepared baking dish. Spread a thin layer of the Big Mac sauce over each bun bottom.
- Add Beef and Cheese Layers: Evenly distribute the cooked beef mixture over the sauced buns. Lay slices of American cheese evenly over the beef, then top with dill pickle slices.
- Bake for Cheese Melt: Place the assembled sliders in the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Add Lettuce and More Sauce: Remove the sliders from the oven. Add shredded lettuce evenly over the cheese and beef layer, then spread more Big Mac sauce on the tops of the buns.
- Prepare Tops and Final Bake: Place the top halves of the buns onto the sliders. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle sesame seeds over them. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the bun tops are lightly toasted.
- Serve: Remove from oven, slice if necessary, and serve the sliders warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef if preferred for a lighter option.
- To keep lettuce crisp, add it after baking; for a warmed lettuce option, add it before baking.
- Thousand Island dressing can be used as a quick alternative to the homemade Big Mac sauce.
- If buns become soft after storage, crisp sliders in an air fryer at 350°F for 3–5 minutes before serving.
- Double the recipe and split the sliders into two baking dishes or use a larger sheet pan for bigger crowds.
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