Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat and Prep

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Season and Shape the Beef

• In a large bowl, combine ground beef, a pinch of salt, black pepper, and the ranch seasoning.
• Mix gently — don’t overwork the meat or the patties may become tough.
• Press the seasoned beef evenly into a thin, flat rectangle to fit the size of your slider buns. This will bake as one large patty you’ll slice later.

Cook the Bacon

• While the beef is baking, cook your bacon in a skillet until perfectly crispy.
• Drain on paper towels and crumble into bite-sized bits.

Bake the Beef Patty

• Transfer the pressed beef into the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until it’s fully cooked and lightly browned on top.
• Carefully remove and let rest for 2 minutes before slicing into squares to match your buns.

Assemble the Sliders

• Slice your slider buns in half horizontally (keep them connected as a sheet).
• Place the bottom halves in the same baking dish.
• Layer on the cooked beef squares, shredded cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon bits.
• Top with the bun tops.

Butter and Bake Again

• In a small bowl, mix melted butter with garlic powder.
• Brush the tops of the buns generously for a golden, flavorful finish.
• Bake for another 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden-brown.

Slice and Serve

• Use a sharp knife to cut between each slider.
• Serve warm with toothpicks for easy grabbing — trust me, they won’t last long!