Ultimate Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders (Printable Version)

Mini burgers layered with bacon, cheddar, secret sauce, and classic toppings, all tucked in freshly toasted slider buns.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Sliders

01 - 1.5 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
02 - 12 slider buns
03 - 6 slices cheddar cheese, halved
04 - 6 slices bacon, cut in half
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
07 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter for toasting buns

→ For the Secret Sauce

09 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
10 - 2 tablespoons ketchup
11 - 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
12 - 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
13 - 1 teaspoon white vinegar
14 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
15 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
16 - Pinch smoked paprika

→ Toppings

17 - 12 dill pickle slices
18 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
19 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
20 - 2 medium tomatoes, sliced

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange bacon pieces on the sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
02 - In a mixing bowl, gently combine ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, and black pepper. Portion into 12 equal balls and flatten into patties slightly larger than the slider buns.
03 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Sear patties for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. In the final minute of cooking, top each patty with a half slice of cheddar cheese and cover to melt.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Refrigerate until needed.
05 - Melt unsalted butter in a clean skillet or on a griddle. Place slider buns cut side down and toast until golden brown.
06 - Spread secret sauce on both halves of each bun. On the bottom half, layer shredded lettuce, tomato slice, cheeseburger patty, crispy bacon piece, dill pickle slice, and a few onion rings. Cap with the other bun half.
07 - Serve sliders immediately, offering extra secret sauce on the side if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • uses everyday ingredients from your pantry and fridge
  • each slider bursts with the perfect balance of smokiness salty bacon and tangy sauce
  • quick cook time means you can have a dozen ready in under an hour
  • completely customizable for picky eaters or flavor fans
02 -
  • packed with seventeen grams of protein for staying power
  • bacon and sauce can be made ahead to save time
  • easy to double or halve for different group sizes
03 -
  • salt your patties right before cooking to keep the meat juicy
  • for perfect bacon bake it in the oven and drain well
  • never skip toasting the buns The crispy edges make every bite

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