Smash Burger Sliders with Brie & Caramelized Onions
Juicy and flavorful sliders featuring beef patties, creamy brie, and sweet caramelized onions, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the Beef Patties
- 400 g 400 g ground beef (80/20 or higher fat)
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper To taste
- 1 tsp 1 tsp garlic powder Optional
- 1 tsp 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce Optional
For Cooking
- Neutral oil or butter For frying
- 4-6 slices 4-6 slices brie cheese Rind on or off
For the Caramelized Onions
- 1 large 1 large yellow onion Thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp 1 tsp olive oil
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp sugar Optional for quicker caramelizing
- Splash of balsamic or white wine vinegar Optional at the end
For Serving
- 4-6 pieces 4 slider buns or mini brioche buns
- Butter For toasting buns
- Optional extras: arugula, Dijon mustard, aioli, crispy shallots
Instructions
Caramelizing the Onions
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet, add sliced onions, season with salt, and cook slowly until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Optional sugar can be added for quicker caramelization.
Preparing the Patties
- Form ground beef into thick patties, season well with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce, if desired.
Smashing and Searing
- Heat neutral oil or butter in a skillet, add patties, smash with a spatula, and cook until edges turn crispy. Flip and add brie slices to melt.
Toasting the Buns
- Butter the slider buns and toast them in the skillet until golden brown.
Assembling the Sliders
- Place a patty on each toasted bun, top with caramelized onions and optional fresh toppings.
Notes
For an upscale touch, drizzle a little balsamic reduction over the sliders right before serving. These sliders are ideal for sharing.