Mini Beef Cheeseburgers
Juicy, cheesy, and bite-sized — perfect for parties, kids, or snack cravings!
Ingredients (Makes about 10–12 mini burgers)
For the patties
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ½ teaspoon onion powder (optional)
For assembly
- 10–12 mini burger buns (slider buns)
- 5–6 slices cheddar cheese (cut in half)
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Pickles (optional)
- Ketchup, mustard, or burger sauce
Optional butter topping
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- ½ teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the beef
- In a bowl, gently mix ground beef with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
- Do not overmix (keeps burgers tender).
- Form patties
- Divide beef into small balls (about 2–2½ tablespoons each).
- Flatten slightly to fit mini buns.
- Cook the patties
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook patties 2–3 minutes per side until nicely browned.
- Add cheese on top during the last minute and cover to melt.
- Toast buns (optional but recommended)
- Lightly toast buns in a pan or oven for extra flavor.
- Assemble burgers
- Bottom bun → sauce → beef patty with cheese → lettuce → tomato/pickles → top bun.
- Optional oven finish (party-style)
- Place assembled burgers on a baking tray.
- Brush tops with melted butter and sprinkle sesame seeds.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 5–7 minutes until warm.
Serving Ideas
- Serve with fries, potato wedges, or coleslaw
- Perfect for game nights, gatherings, or lunch boxes