These Mini Meat, Bacon & Cheese Burgers are next-level sliders. Stuffed with a creamy, cheesy center and crowned with crispy golden bread, they’re everything you love in one handheld bite. The sautéed aromatics and herb-spiked filling bring serious flavor, while the melted Gouda, four-cheese blend, and bacon push it over the edge.
Perfect for party trays, weekend snacks, or late-night cravings.
Mini Meat, Bacon & Cheese Burgers with Creamy Filling
📋 Ingredients
For the Meat Filling:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- ½ red bell pepper, finely chopped
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or oregano/thyme)
- 1 tbsp tomato paste (concentrated tomato)
- ½ lb ground beef
For Assembly:
- Slider buns or mini brioche rolls
- Sliced Gouda cheese
- Cooked crispy bacon, chopped or whole strips
- 4-cheese blend (mozzarella, cheddar, provolone, parmesan – or your choice)
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Savory Filling
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Sauté garlic, onion, and red pepper until soft and fragrant.
Add salt, pepper, and herbs.
Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
Add ground beef and cook until browned and fully done. Set aside.
2. Build the Burgers
Slice your mini buns in half.
On the bottom half, layer Gouda cheese.
Add a spoonful of the meat mixture, then top with bacon and a generous sprinkle of the 4-cheese blend.
Cap with the top bun.
3. Brush and Bake
In a small bowl, mix butter and parsley.
Brush the tops of the buns generously.
Arrange on a baking tray.
4. Bake
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the tops are golden, cheese is melted, and everything is bubbling with goodness.
🧀 Tips & Variations
- Add heat: Mix in some chopped jalapeños or spicy mayo for a kick.
- Make it saucy: Serve with a side of ranch, chipotle aioli, or garlic cream sauce.
- Meal prep: Make the filling in advance and refrigerate up to 2 days.
