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Mini Slider Biscuits with Juicy Patties

These mini sliders feature homemade flaky biscuits baked from scratch, serving as the perfect soft and buttery buns for juicy beef patties. The dish combines baking and grilling techniques, resulting in tender, golden-brown biscuits paired with savory, browned patties topped with melty cheese. The final presentation is a charming, bite-sized sandwich with crisp edges and juicy fillings, ideal for sharing at casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cut into small pieces
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk cold
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted for brushing
  • 1/4 pound ground beef preferably chuck and sirloin mix
  • 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese for melting
  • 1/2 cup caramelized onions optional
  • 8 pickles dill pickle slices
  • 2 tablespoons mustard
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Pastry cutter or fingers
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rolling pin
  • 2-inch round cutter
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula
  • Thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
  2. Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with small pea-sized bits.
  3. Gradually pour in the cold buttermilk, gently stirring with a fork until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix; it should be slightly shaggy and soft.
  4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently 3-4 times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
  5. Use a 2-inch round cutter to cut out biscuits. Gather the scraps, reroll once, and cut out remaining biscuits. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart.
  6. Brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter for a shiny, golden finish. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are puffed and golden brown.
  7. While the biscuits bake, form small, flat beef patties about 1/4 pound each. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  8. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side until they develop a deep crust and reach an internal temperature of 70°C (160°F). Add cheese slices during the last minute to melt.
  9. Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly. Slice each biscuit horizontally if desired, or serve whole as mini buns.
  10. Assemble each slider by placing a beef patty on the bottom biscuit, topping with caramelized onions, pickles, and a dollop of mustard and ketchup. Cover with the top biscuit.
  11. Serve immediately while warm, or keep warm wrapped in a towel for a few minutes before enjoying these delightful, flaky mini sliders.

Notes

Chill your butter before cutting in for maximum flakiness. Avoid overmixing the dough to keep biscuits tender. Assemble just before serving to maintain the flaky layers and juicy fillings.