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Savory Homemade Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders Recipe with Easy Special Sauce

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These savory homemade bacon cheeseburger sliders combine juicy beef patties, crispy bacon, melted cheddar, and a tangy special sauce for a quick and crowd-pleasing comfort food perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend for juicy patties)
  • 8 slider buns (Hawaiian rolls recommended)
  • 8 slices crispy bacon (thick-cut preferred)
  • 8 slices sharp cheddar cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • Special Sauce:
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • Optional Garnishes:
  • Thinly sliced red onions
  • Leafy lettuce or baby spinach
  • Tomato slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Special Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, pickle relish, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth. Cover and chill in the fridge while you prep the sliders (about 5 minutes).
  2. Cook the Bacon: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Lay bacon slices flat and cook until crispy, about 4–6 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels. Keep the bacon fat in the pan for cooking the patties.
  3. Form the Patties: In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently without overworking. Divide into 8 equal portions (~2 ounces each) and shape into small patties slightly wider than the buns.
  4. Cook the Patties: Using the same skillet with bacon fat, heat to medium-high. Cook patties about 3 minutes per side for medium doneness. Add a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute, cover with a lid to melt cheese.
  5. Toast the Buns: While patties cook, slice slider buns in half and lightly toast them in a dry skillet or toaster oven until golden, about 1–2 minutes.
  6. Assemble the Sliders: Spread special sauce on the bottom bun. Add cheesy patty, top with crispy bacon, then optional onion, lettuce, and tomato slices. Cap with the top bun.
  7. Warm the Sliders (Optional): Place assembled sliders in a baking dish, cover loosely with foil, and warm in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the beef to keep patties tender. Use bacon fat to cook patties for extra flavor. Press a slight indentation in patties before cooking to prevent puffing. Toast buns just before assembly to avoid sogginess. Rest patties 2–3 minutes before assembling. Special sauce is key to flavor balance. Use a meat thermometer to ensure patties reach 160°F for safety.

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