Description
Mini Big Mac Recipe offers a delightful bite-sized twist on the classic fast food favorite. These 12 mini burgers feature perfectly seasoned ground beef patties with melted American cheese, layered with shredded lettuce, pickles, onions, and a tangy homemade special sauce, all sandwiched between mini slider buns. Ideal for parties or a fun meal, these sliders capture the iconic flavors of a Big Mac in a convenient, easy-to-eat form.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mini Big Mac Patties
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef (85% lean recommended)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 12 mini slider buns or dinner rolls
- 6 slices American cheese, halved
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup dill pickle slices
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for topping buns)
For the Special Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Special Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, white vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix well until smooth. Cover and refrigerate to allow flavors to meld while preparing the rest of the recipe.
- Form the Patties: Divide the ground beef evenly into 12 small, thin patties suitable for mini slider buns. Season both sides of each patty generously with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Cook the Patties: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until fully cooked through. During the last minute of cooking, place half a slice of American cheese on each patty to melt.
- Toast the Buns (Optional): For added texture and flavor, toast the cut side of the mini slider buns either in a dry skillet or under a broiler for 1 to 2 minutes until lightly golden and crisp.
- Assemble the Sliders: Start with the bottom bun, spread a generous amount of the special sauce, then layer a patty with melted cheese, pickle slices, chopped onions, and shredded lettuce. Add a middle bun (the bottom half of another slider bun), and repeat the layering of sauce and patty. Finally, top with the top bun and sprinkle sesame seeds on top, if using.
- Serve: Serve the mini Big Macs warm. Optionally, secure each slider with a toothpick to hold all the layers together for easy handling and eating.
Notes
- Use 85% lean ground beef for juicy yet flavorful patties that hold together well.
- Chilling the special sauce before assembling enhances its flavor.
- To make the sliders easier to eat, keep patties thin and buns mini-sized.
- Toasting buns adds a delightful crunch and prevents sogginess from the sauce.
- These sliders are perfect as party appetizers, game day snacks, or fun family meals.
