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Juicy Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe with Easy Creamy Special Sauce

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These juicy cheeseburger sliders feature a perfect balance of juicy beef, melted cheese, and a tangy creamy special sauce, making them ideal for casual gatherings and quick meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4–6 slider buns (soft, preferably brioche or potato rolls)
  • 4–6 slices cheddar cheese (sharp or mild)
  • Butter, for toasting buns (unsalted, softened)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional toppings: thinly sliced pickles, fresh lettuce leaves, thin tomato slices, red onion rings

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, finely chopped onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently by hand to avoid tough patties.
  2. Divide the mixture into 4-6 equal portions (about 3-4 oz each). Shape each into a small round patty slightly larger than the slider buns. Press a gentle dimple in the center of each patty.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, smoked paprika, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil if needed. Cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 160°F). Add a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute to melt.
  5. Butter the insides of slider buns and toast them in a separate pan or under a broiler until golden and slightly crisp.
  6. Assemble sliders by spreading a generous amount of special sauce on the bottom bun, adding the cheesy patty, optional toppings, and topping with the slider bun. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overmix the beef to keep patties tender. Press a dimple in the center of patties to prevent puffing. Add cheese in the last minute of cooking and cover the pan to melt evenly. Butter buns before toasting to prevent sogginess. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps. For dairy-free, use vegan cheese and mayo alternatives. Sauce tastes better after chilling for a few hours.

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