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Meatloaf Sliders

Name: Meatloaf Sliders with Glazed Beef Patties
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 large egg; 1 cup breadcrumbs; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 cup ketchup; 2 tbsp yellow mustard; 12 slider buns; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; Dill pickle slices, for topping; 1/4 white onion, thinly sliced for topping

Meatloaf sliders are seasoned ground beef patties baked until tender, glazed with ketchup and mustard, then served on toasted slider buns with pickles and onions. They're a quick, family-friendly twist on classic meatloaf that cooks faster than a traditional loaf.

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Total

50 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$25–$41

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Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large egg
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup ketchup
2 tbsp yellow mustard
12 slider buns
1/4 cup mayonnaise
Dill pickle slices, for topping
1/4 white onion, thinly sliced for topping

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Instructions

1
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, diced onion, minced garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
2
Mix with your hands until just combined, then form the mixture into 12 small patties.
3
Place the patties on a wire rack set over a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup and yellow mustard to create the glaze.
5
Brush the glaze generously over the top of each meatloaf patty.
6
Bake at 400°F for about 35 minutes.
7
With about 10 minutes of baking time remaining, spread mayonnaise on the cut sides of the slider buns.
8
Toast the buns on a griddle or in a pan until golden brown.
9
Place a cooked meatloaf patty on each bottom bun and top with pickle slices and sliced onion.
10
Place the top bun on and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Don't overmix the meat mixture; combine ingredients gently until just combined to keep patties tender rather than dense.
Toast the slider buns lightly before serving to prevent them from becoming soggy from the glaze and toppings.
Brush the glaze on the patties 5–10 minutes before the end of baking so it caramelizes and sets without burning.
Let patties cool for 2–3 minutes after baking before assembling sliders so the buns don't wilt from residual heat.

Substitutions

Ground beef → ground turkey or ground chicken (cooking time may increase by 1–2 minutes)
Breadcrumbs → crushed crackers or panko breadcrumbs (use same amount)
Ketchup and mustard glaze → BBQ sauce or honey-mustard blend (use equal amount)
Yellow onion → white onion or red onion (use diced for toppings; minced for patty mixture)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftover sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes, or wrap in foil and warm on a skillet over medium heat.

Common Questions

Can I make meatloaf sliders ahead of time?

Yes. Shape and glaze the patties up to 24 hours ahead, refrigerate covered, then bake when ready. You may need to add 2–3 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.

How do I know when meatloaf sliders are done?

Bake until the internal temperature reaches 160°F on a meat thermometer. The patties should feel firm and the glaze should be caramelized.

Can I freeze meatloaf sliders?

Yes. Freeze unbaked, glazed patties on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding 5–7 minutes to the cooking time.