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Two Big Mac Sliders are stacked on a plate, filled with ground beef and melted cheese, with lettuce and a baking dish in the background.

Big Mac Sliders

Big Mac Sliders bring all the fun of a McDonald’s classic into a recipe you can easily make at home, and they’re perfect for sharing. They work just as well for family dinners as they do for game days or casual get-togethers with friends. You don’t need hours to pull them together, and you can prep them ahead of time. Leftovers store well, too, which makes them a flexible, crowd-friendly choice anytime.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Big Mac Sliders
Servings: 12
Calories: 331kcal
Author: Mandy Applegate

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Sliders:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup white onion finely diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 Hawaiian rolls kept connected
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 slices cheddar cheese
  • Fresh lettuce shredded

For the Big Mac Sauce:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon grated onion
  • 2 tablespoons mustard
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
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Instructions

  • Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until it begins to brown. Add the diced onion and a sprinkle of garlic powder, then continue cooking until the beef is fully browned and the onion is soft. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.
    1 pound ground beef, 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ cup white onion, Salt and pepper
  • Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally. Brush cut sides with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder.
    12 Hawaiian rolls, 2 tablespoons melted butter, ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Place cut-side up on a baking dish and broil on low for 3–5 minutes until golden. Watch closely to avoid burning.
    2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish, 1 tablespoon grated onion, 2 tablespoons mustard, 1 teaspoon white vinegar, ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt
  • In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, onion, mustard, white vinegar, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt until smooth. Set aside.
    ½ cup mayonnaise
  • Spread Big Mac sauce evenly over both the bottom and top halves of the toasted rolls. Layer 4 slices of cheddar cheese over the bottom half. Spoon the cooked beef mixture evenly over the cheese.
    8 slices cheddar cheese
  • Add the remaining 4 slices of cheese and shredded lettuce. Cover with the top half of the rolls. Brush the tops of the rolls with olive oil.
    Fresh lettuce
  • Bake in a preheated 350°F (180°C) oven for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden. Slice along the seams to create individual sliders.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

Video

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Notes

  • Toast the rolls lightly: Keep an eye on the broiler so the bread gets golden but doesn’t burn.
  • Add lettuce after baking: Wait until the end so it stays crisp instead of wilting in the oven.
  • Swap cheddar: Feel free to use American cheese slices for a smoother melt and milder taste. Whichever you choose, layer the cheese twice before and after the beef mixture for an ultimate cheesy bite.
  • Try other protein: Use ground beef for the juiciest flavor, lean ground beef for a lighter option, ground turkey for a milder taste, or ground chicken for a softer texture.
  • Make burger patties instead: You can shape the ground beef or other ground meats into burger patties and layer them in the rolls instead of using crumbled beef if you prefer a structured, mini-burger feel.
  • Customize the rolls: Slider buns work just as well as Hawaiian rolls. If the buns are plain, simply sprinkle sesame seeds on top before baking for a more traditional burger look and a closer feel to the classic Big Mac style.
  • Sharpen and balance flavor: Use kosher salt for cleaner, more even seasoning, or if you like, add yellow mustard to the sauce for extra tang.
  • Boost crunch and tang: Use shredded iceberg lettuce for the classic fast-food crunch and add dill pickle slices for a more tangy bite. These make the sliders taste even closer to a real Big Mac.

Nutrition

Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 403mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 251IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 1mg
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