White Castle-Inspired Bacon Cheese Sliders
These White Castle-inspired Bacon Cheese Sliders are a nostalgic nod to the iconic American fast-food chain, reimagined with gourmet touches. Bite-sized and packed with bold flavor, these sliders combine juicy beef, smoky bacon, melty American cheese, and sweet sautéed onions—all on a soft, steamed slider bun. Perfect for game nights, indulgent parties, or a family-style dinner, these sliders bring diner-style joy straight to your home kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 pound 80/20 ground beef use fresh, never frozen for best texture
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup yellow onion finely diced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 4 slices American cheese cut each slice into quarters
- 8 slices smoked bacon cooked until crisp and halved
- 8 pieces slider buns soft dinner rolls work well, preferably potato rolls
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle chips optional, for garnish
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat (about 350°F / 175°C), melt the butter. Add the diced onions and sauté for 8–10 minutes until they’re translucent and just beginning to caramelize. Stir occasionally to prevent burning. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, season the ground beef with kosher salt and pepper. Spread the seasoned ground beef evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to form a flat rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick. Use a bench scraper or knife to divide it into 8 even mini-patties. Do not separate yet.
- Preheat a griddle or cast-iron skillet to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C). Cut and lift each patty with a spatula and sear for about 2 minutes per side or until browned and cooked through. Toward the last 30 seconds, place a cheese quarter and bacon slice on top of each patty.
- Right before assembling, place the slider buns cut-side down on the same hot griddle for 30 seconds to lightly toast them. This step adds flavor and prevents sogginess.
- Assemble the sliders by spooning a small amount of sautéed onions onto the bottom bun, topping with the cheesy bacon patty, and finishing with pickles (if using) and the top bun. Serve immediately while hot and melty.
Notes
- Swap American cheese with sharp cheddar or pepper jack for a flavor boost.
- Cooking bacon in the oven on a rack yields evenly crisp bacon every time.
- To steam the sliders like White Castle does, add a few tablespoons of water to the skillet and cover with a lid for 30 seconds right after placing cheese on the patty.
Nutrition
Calories: 597kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 138mgSodium: 1361mgPotassium: 492mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 318IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 259mgIron: 3mg
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