If you want a copycat version of the original Big Mac only in slider form, you’ve come to the right place.
Big Mac Sliders taste just like their namesake burger, and everyone loves them!
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I’m super happy with how this recipe for Big Mac Sliders turned out, and I challenge you to make them and tell me they don’t taste like the iconic burger.
Come on…I double-dog dare you! 😉
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Who remembers the jingle: Two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions, on a sesame seed bun?
It was 1974 when a New York advertising agency came out with that catchy marketing ad. and it’s been stuck in my head (and probably yours) ever since.
Well, today I bring to you: Two pounds of cooked and crumbled ground beef, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions, on some sesame seed slider buns.
Do you think it will catch on?! LOL.
The ingredient list:
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- 2 pounds of ground beef
- slider buns (12 pack)
- salt and pepper
- garlic powder
- dehydrated minced onion
- chopped dill pickles
- American cheese
- mayonnaise
- ketchup
- sweet pickle relish
- butter
- shredded romaine lettuce
- sesame seeds
Kitchen tools and equipment needed:
- large skillet
- spatula or wooden spoon
- medium-size bowl
- measuring cups and spoons
- 2 quart (9 x 13) rectangle baking dish
- pastry brush
- chef’s knife
- cutting board
- serrated bread knife
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How long do big mac sliders take to make from start to finish?
Approximately 30 minutes.
Can these ground beef appetizers be made in advance?
Yes.
Big Mac Sliders can be made in advance and kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days (covered) before reheating.
But, I suggest waiting until right before serving to add the romaine lettuce.
How to reheat after refrigerating?
Preheat the oven to 350-degrees.
Uncover the sliders and heat in the preheated oven for 15 – 20 minutes, or until heated through.
Can the romaine lettuce be left off the sliders?
It’s totally your call.
The lettuce adds to the authenticity of the Big Mac flavor, but if you’re not a fan, then it’s not that big of a deal.
When is the best time to add the romaine lettuce?
I like to add it to the sliders after they’ve come out of the oven so it still has some texture and crunch.
However, if you’d like to add it to the sliders before they go in the oven then that’s fine too.
How to make Big Mac Sliders:
- Preheat oven to 350-degrees.
- In a large skillet brown 2 pounds of ground beef over medium-high heat.
- To the browned ground beef, add the dehydrated onion, salt, pepper, and chopped dill pickles. Cook an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Meanwhile, slice the slider buns (package of 12) in half lenghtwise and add the bottom half of the buns to a baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
- Add an even layer of America cheese on top of the bun-bottoms and spoon the ground beef mixture evenly over the bun-bottoms and cheese. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, salt and pepper.
- Spoon the secret sauce evenly over the ground beef mixture and place the top half of the buns in place.
- Brush melted butter over the buns and sprinkle with sesame seeds before baking.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 12-15 minutes.
- Remove the big mac sliders from the oven, and add the shredded romaine to the sliders, if desired.
Additional easy appetizer recipes everyone loves:
* Parmesan Onion Squares (pictured below)
Parmesan Onion Squares are an easy to make appetizer with a light oniony flavor, a crisp yet creamy texture, and a tiny and unexpected touch of sweetness that everyone loves!
*Crab Rangoon Stuffed Poppers (pictured below)
Jalapeno poppers stuffed with crab Rangoon are everything you’d hoped for! A combination of two of your favorite appetizers all in one (make that two) delicious bites. Yay!
*Patty Melt Dip (pictured below)
Everything you love about a patty melt sandwich is in this easy to make Patty Melt Dip. It’s sure to be a real crowd-pleaser at your next party or celebration!
*Tailgating Appetizers Recipes Roundup
*Thanksgiving and Fall Appetizers Roundup
*Big Mac Sliders (pictured below) THIS IS THE PLACE!!
Below is the printable recipe card along with the exact ingredient measurements and nutritional information for making today’s copycat ground beef recipe for Big Mac Sliders.
If you’ve made this recipe, or are excited to make this recipe, I’d appreciate it if you’d take a moment to leave it a star rating in the recipe card, along with a comment if you’re so inclined. Thank you. 🙂
Big Mac Sliders
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef 80/20 blend
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1½ tablespoons dehydrated minced onion
- ¼ cup chopped dill pickles
- 6 slices American Cheese
- 1 package 12 buns slider rolls (I used Kings Hawaiian)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1½ tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350-degrees.
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Stir in the salt, pepper, garlic powder, minced onion, and chopped dill pickles.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes and then remove from heat.
- Meanwhile, slice the slider rolls in half (lengthwise) and place the bottom half of the rolls into a 9 x 13 baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
- Layer the American cheese evenly over the rolls in the baking dish, and top the cheese and rolls evenly with the ground beef mixture.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, ketchup, and sweet pickle relish.
- Spoon the sauce evenly over the ground beef sliders and place the top half of the buns onto the sliders.
- Brush the melted butter onto the buns and sprinkle evenly with the sesame seeds.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 12-15 minutes.
- Before serving, add the sliced romaine lettuce to the sliders (optional) and enjoy!
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Patty June
Tuesday 12th of January 2021
The sliders sound really good certainly better than the ones served at the restaurant. My question is once they’re made without the lettuce can I put them in the freezer. I cook for one and it’s very difficult so I like to be able to freeze in a couple days at a time wrapping them real well with foil.
Renée
Tuesday 12th of January 2021
You can definitely do that, Patty June! If you're going to add lettuce, do so after reheating. I know you'll enjoy this recipe. Take good care, Renee