For Assembly:
- 12 soft slider buns
- Dill pickle slices
- 6 slices of American or cheddar cheese
For the Glaze:
- ½ cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
While it’s heating, brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. As it cooks, break it into small crumbles for that classic texture. Drain the fat once the beef is fully browned.
2. Add flavor.
To the cooked meat, add minced onion, water, bouillon cube, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir and let it simmer until the liquid evaporates, leaving behind rich, concentrated flavor.
3. Build your sliders.
Place the bottom halves of your slider buns in a baking dish. Spoon the meat mixture evenly over the buns. Top with pickles and cheese, then add the top buns.
4. Make the glaze.
Whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Brush generously over the tops of the buns.
5. Bake.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the buns are golden and lightly crisped on top.
Tips for the Best Sliders
- Break up the meat into small pieces for that classic loose meat texture.
- Don’t rush the simmering—it deepens the flavor.
- Prepare the filling in advance and refrigerate it to make party prep even easier.
- Swap cheeses or add your favorite toppings to make them your own.
Whether you’re serving these at your next get-together or simply enjoying a cozy night in, these loose meat sliders bring a little taste of the Midwest right to your table—no road trip required.
Tried it? Let us know in the comments how they turned out!