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Crispy Smash Burger Sliders with 4 Irresistible Sauce Ideas

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These crispy smash burger sliders feature juicy patties with a perfect crust and four unique sauces, making them a fun and customizable crowd-pleaser for any casual gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil or canola oil, for cooking
  • 8 small slider buns (soft but sturdy)
  • Butter, softened, for toasting buns
  • Pickles, sliced
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Thinly sliced red onions (optional)
  • 8 slices cheddar cheese or American cheese
  • For Chipotle Mayo: 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, squeeze of lime juice
  • For Garlic Aioli: 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, salt to taste
  • For Classic Ranch: 1/4 cup buttermilk, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon dried dill, 1 teaspoon dried parsley, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • For Honey Mustard: 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, splash of apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Prep your sauces: In separate small bowls, whisk together each sauce’s ingredients and refrigerate to let flavors meld.
  2. Divide the ground beef into 8 equal portions, loosely roll each into a ball about 3 ounces (85 g).
  3. Preheat a cast iron skillet or heavy-duty non-stick pan over medium-high heat until very hot (about 400°F). Add a thin layer of vegetable oil and let it shimmer.
  4. Place one beef ball in the pan, immediately press down firmly with a metal spatula until about 1/4 inch thick. Hold pressure for 10 seconds. Season the exposed side with salt and pepper. Repeat for remaining patties, cooking in batches if needed.
  5. Cook patties without moving for 3-4 minutes until a deep golden crust forms and edges are crisp.
  6. Flip patties carefully, immediately place a cheese slice on each, and cook for 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and burger is cooked through but juicy.
  7. While the second side cooks, spread softened butter on buns and toast face down in a separate pan or under a broiler until golden.
  8. Assemble sliders by layering lettuce, a crispy patty with melted cheese, pickles, onions if using, and your choice of sauce on each bun bottom. Top with bun lid.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to keep it hot and achieve a crispy crust. Use a sturdy metal spatula for smashing and flipping. Toast buns to prevent sogginess. Sauces can be made ahead and refrigerated. Leftovers keep best when patties are reheated in a skillet or oven, not microwave.

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