Description

These Juicy Grilled Cheeseburger Sliders are perfect bite-sized sandwiches featuring flavorful ground beef patties seasoned with Worcestershire sauce, garlic and onion powders, grilled to perfection, and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Served on toasted slider buns with fresh lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and classic condiments, they make a delicious and easy meal for any gathering.

Ingredients

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For the Patties

1 pound ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Sliders

6 slider-sized hamburger buns
6 slices cheddar cheese
Lettuce leaves
Sliced tomatoes
Sliced onions
Pickle slices
Mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard for serving

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Instructions

Prepare the Meat Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the patties tender.
Shape the Patties: Divide the beef mixture into 6 equal portions and gently shape each into small patties slightly larger than the slider buns, as they will shrink during cooking.
Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 375°F to 400°F, ensuring it’s hot before cooking the patties.
Grill the Patties (First Side): Place the patties on the hot grill, close the lid, and cook for 3-4 minutes without moving them to develop a nice sear.
Flip and Add Cheese: Turn the patties over, top each with a slice of cheddar cheese, then continue grilling for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese melts and the burgers reach your preferred doneness.
Toast the Buns: In the last minute of cooking, place the slider buns cut-side down on the grill to toast lightly until golden brown.
Assemble the Sliders: Spread mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard on the bottom halves of the buns. Add a leaf of lettuce, a cheeseburger patty, slices of tomato and onion, and pickle slices for a fresh finish.
Finish and Serve: Top each slider with the bun halves, gently press to hold them together, serve immediately while warm, and enjoy with your favorite side dish.

Notes

Do not overmix the beef to keep the patties juicy and tender.
The patties should be slightly larger than the buns since they will shrink while cooking.
Use medium-high heat on the grill to get a nice sear without drying out the burgers.
Feel free to customize toppings or condiments according to your preference.
To check doneness, use a meat thermometer; 160°F is recommended for ground beef.