How to Make Wolfgang Puck's Cheeseburger Sliders - A Step-by-Step Guide

Who doesn't love a good cheeseburger? The classic combination of juicy beef, melty cheese, and fresh toppings makes for a truly irresistible meal. And when it comes to creating the perfect cheeseburger, few do it better than renowned celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck.

Known for his innovative and top-notch culinary creations, Wolfgang Puck has mastered the art of the cheeseburger, and his recipe for Cheeseburger Sliders is a testament to his expertise. These sliders are a miniature version...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon capers, drained and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • ½ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • ⅛ teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 pound 85% lean ground beef
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 small slices (0.5 oz) Cheddar cheese, quartered
  • 12 mini brioche buns, split
  • 1 small head iceberg lettuce, shredded
  • 6 cherry tomatoes, sliced
  • 3 cornichons (tart pickled gherkin cucumbers), sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 sliders

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high (400 to 450 degrees F (200 to 230 degrees C)).
  • Stir together mayonnaise, red onion, ketchup, vinegar, capers, parsley, thyme, and sugar in a small bowl until combined.
  • Place beef in a large bowl. Add 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Mix by hand until just combined. Make 12 meatballs by rolling beef mixture between your palms; transfer to a baking sheet. Flatten tops slightly. Drizzle with oil and season both sides with remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  • Arrange patties on oiled grates; grill, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Flip, then top each with 1 piece cheese. Grill, uncovered, until cheese is melted and beef is cooked through, about 2 minutes. Meanwhile, put buns, cut-sides down, on grate; grill until toasted, about 1 minute.
  • Top bun bottoms with a small spoonful of sauce. Add a patty, shredded lettuce, tomato slices, cornichon slices, and bun tops.
  • Nutrition

    282 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 34mg
    • Sodium: 375mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 160g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 33mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 72mg