The Best Big Mac Sliders
These Homemade Big Mac Sliders are surely most adored family friendly meal! Done in 40 minutes, made with juicy beef, classic Big Mac sauce, melty cheddar, and sesame-topped buns.
They are perfect for game day, movie night, or just to make a comforting meal everyone loves!
Why You’ll Love These Sliders
- All the flavor of a Big Mac in a bite-sized package.
- Homemade Big Mac sauce that’s tangy, creamy, and so much better than store-bought.
- Juicy burger patties seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Easy assembly: bake everything together for melty cheese and golden buns.
- Perfect burger recipe for parties, potlucks, or a fun weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Big Mac Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Sliders
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 medium white onion, finely chopped
- 6–8 slices mild cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup dill pickle slices
- 12 mini slider buns
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- Prepared Big Mac sauce
How To Make It
1. Make the big mac sauce
In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, pickle relish, mustard, paprika, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
2. cook the beef
Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
Break the meat apart with a spatula and cook until browned (about 7–10 minutes).
Drain excess grease and set the seasoned beef aside.
3. Assemble the Sliders
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Slice slider buns in half and arrange the bottom halves in the greased baking dish.
Spread the cooked beef evenly over the buns. Drizzle with half of the Big Mac sauce.
Layer on cheddar slices, chopped onions, and pickle slices.
Spread remaining sauce on the underside of the top buns, then place them on top.
4. bake and finish
Brush the tops of the buns with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and buns are golden.
Remove from oven, lift the tops, add shredded lettuce, and replace the buns.
Tips & Variations
- Burger Meals Made Easy: Prep sauce and beef a day ahead for quick assembly.
- Creative Burgers: Swap cheddar for Swiss or pepper jack for a spicy kick.
- Specialty Slider Ideas: Add a sliver of tomato or a dash of hot sauce.
- Dietary Swaps: Use turkey or plant-based ground meat for a lighter or vegan version.
- Perfect Burger Recipe: Press patties slightly smaller than the buns so they don’t overflow.
If you love these Big Mac Sliders, check out these Cheeseburger tacos or this other version of Big Mac Sauce for more delicious homemade burger ideas!
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Best Big Mac Sliders
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
Big Mac Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Big Mac Sliders
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 medium white onion finely chopped
- 6 –8 slices mild cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup dill pickle slices
- 12 mini slider buns
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- Prepared Big Mac sauce
Instructions
Make the Sauce:
- In a bowl, whisk together all Big Mac sauce ingredients.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Cook the Beef:
- Preheat skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Cook, breaking up the meat, until browned (7–10 minutes).
- Drain fat and set beef aside.
Assemble Sliders:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Slice buns in half and place bottoms in the prepared dish.
- Spread cooked beef evenly over the buns. Drizzle with half the sauce.
- Top with cheddar slices, chopped onion, and pickle slices.
- Spread remaining sauce on the underside of top buns and place them on top.
Bake & Finish:
- Brush buns with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake, uncovered, for 12–15 minutes until cheese melts and buns are golden.
- Remove from oven, lift tops, add shredded lettuce, and replace.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prep the sauce and cooked beef up to a day in advance.
- Cheese Swap: Use Swiss or pepper jack for a different flavor.
- Add-Ins: Stir a little hot sauce into the beef for extra kick.
- Vegan Version: Substitute plant-based ground “beef,” vegan mayo, and dairy-free cheese.
