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Big Mac Sliders with Secret Sauce

These Big Mac sliders bring all the iconic flavors of the classic McDonald’s burger into a fun, bite-sized version perfect for parties, game nights, or family dinners. Featuring juicy beef, melty cheese, tangy pickles, and a homemade special sauce, these sliders deliver the same delicious taste as the original but in a convenient, easy-to-make form. Whether you’re serving them as an appetizer or a main dish, they’re guaranteed to be a hit!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • ¼ cup finely chopped white onion
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 slider buns preferably Hawaiian rolls
  • 9 slices American cheese
  • 24-30 dill pickle slices
  • 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
For the Special Sauce:
  • ⅔ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 ½ tablespoons sweet pickle relish
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons yellow mustard
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Make the Special Sauce
  2. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, sugar, mustard, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder.
  3. Stir until well combined and refrigerate until needed.
  4. Cook the Beef
  5. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onions.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper, breaking up the beef as it cooks.
  7. Drain any excess grease and set aside.
  8. Assemble the Sliders
  9. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  10. Place the bottom halves of the slider buns in the dish.
  11. Spread a thin layer of the special sauce over the bun bottoms.
  12. Evenly distribute the cooked beef mixture over the sauce.
  13. Layer American cheese slices over the beef.
  14. Add dill pickle slices on top of the cheese.
  15. Bake the Sliders
  16. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 10 minutes, until the cheese melts.
  17. Add the Finishing Touches
  18. Remove the foil and sprinkle shredded lettuce over the sliders.
  19. Spread additional special sauce on the top buns, then place them over the lettuce.
  20. Brush the tops of the buns with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  21. Return to the oven for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the buns are slightly toasted.
  22. Serve and Enjoy
  23. Let the sliders cool slightly, then slice and serve warm.

Notes

    • Make-Ahead Tip: Cook the beef and prepare the special sauce in advance. Assemble and bake the sliders just before serving.
    • Cheese Choices: While American cheese gives that classic Big Mac taste, cheddar or Swiss can be used for variation.
    • To Keep the Sliders Crisp: Toast the bottom buns slightly before assembling to prevent sogginess.
    • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.
    • Spicy Twist: Add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture or mix sriracha into the special sauce for extra heat.

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