Description
This White Castle Sliders recipe brings the iconic fast-food favorite to your kitchen with juicy, perfectly seasoned mini beef patties, caramelized onions, and soft slider buns. These homemade sliders are quick to prepare and ideal for gatherings or casual meals.
Ingredients
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For the Beef Patty & Toppings
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 slices American cheese, cut in half (optional)
- 1 tablespoon mustard (optional)
- 1 tablespoon ketchup (optional)
For the Buns & Toasting
- 12 small slider buns (such as Kings Hawaiian or similar soft buns)
- 1 tablespoon butter (for toasting buns)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for toasting the slider buns.
- Caramelize the Onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the finely chopped onion with a small amount of oil or butter. Cook until softened and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Toast the Buns: Arrange the slider buns on a baking sheet and brush the insides lightly with butter. Bake in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes, or until they are slightly golden and toast lightly.
- Shape and Season the Beef Patty: Form the ground beef into one large, even patty roughly the size of your baking sheet. Season it generously with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Beef Patty: Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the beef patty onto the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through in the center.
- Cut the Patty into Slider Sizes: Once cooked, remove the patty from the skillet and cut it into 12 small square portions so each piece fits perfectly inside the slider buns.
- Assemble the Sliders: Place each beef square on the toasted buns. Top each with a slice of caramelized onion and a half-slice of American cheese (if using). Add mustard or ketchup as desired.
- Serve: Serve the sliders immediately while warm and enjoy the classic combination of flavors.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you may add pickles or additional condiments.
- Ensure the beef is cooked through by checking internal temperature reaches at least 160°F (71°C).
- Using soft slider buns like Kings Hawaiian enhances the texture contrast with juicy patties.
- Caramelizing onions slowly enhances their sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
