Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

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.

While the beef is baking, cook your bacon in a skillet until perfectly crispy.

Drain on paper towels and crumble into bite-sized bits.

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.

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.

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.

Use a sharp knife to cut between each slider.

Serve warm with toothpicks for easy grabbing — trust me, they won’t last long!