Air-Fryer Sliders: Quick, Easy, And Delicious

Air fryers are a great way to cook sliders without the mess of a grill or the smoke of a kitchen. You can cook the patties in the air fryer, melt cheese on top, and even toast the buns. You can also add your favourite toppings, like sauteed onions, arugula, or barbecue sauce.

How to make cheeseburger sliders in an air fryer

Cooking cheeseburger sliders in an air fryer is an easy and quick way to make a delicious meal. To make cheeseburger sliders in an air fryer, first, preheat your air fryer to 375-390°F. Then, spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil. Next, divide the ground beef into equal portions, roll each into a loose ball, and then press them flat until they are each just wider than the slider buns (they should be about 1/2 inch thick). Place the sliders in the basket and air fry at 380°F for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, flip the patties and cook for another 1-3 minutes, or until the centre is cooked to your preferred doneness. If you are making cheeseburger sliders, add the slices of cheese on top of the cooked patties and air fry for about 30 seconds to 1 minute to melt the cheese. For the best juiciness, cover the patties and let them rest for a couple of minutes. While the patties are resting, add the buns to the air fryer to warm and toast for 1-2 minutes. To assemble the sliders, place the cooked burger patty with cheese on the bottom bun, then add your desired toppings and the top bun. Serve warm.

How to make French onion sliders in an air fryer

To make French onion sliders in an air fryer, start by preparing the onions. Add olive oil to a large, non-stick skillet and heat on medium-high heat. Add onions, Worcestershire sauce and brown sugar. Reduce the heat to low and allow to cook, stirring frequently, for 12-15 minutes. Remove from heat when onions are soft and golden brown.

Next, prepare the burger patties. In a large bowl, add the ingredients for the patties and stir to combine. Divide the mixture into eight balls, then flatten them into small patties. Place the patties in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, then spray lightly with cooking spray. Air fry at 390 degrees Fahrenheit for about 5 minutes, then flip and place the cheese slices on top of the patties. Air fry for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the patties and allow them to rest on a plate, tented with aluminium foil.

While the patties rest, add the buns to the air fryer to warm and toast for 1-2 minutes. To assemble the sliders, place the cooked burger patty with cheese on the bottom bun, then add a spoonful of onions and arugula, and the top bun. Serve warm.

How to make bacon cheeseburger sliders in an air fryer

Ingredients

• Ground beef
• Bacon
• Cheese
• Slider buns
• Salt and pepper
• Olive oil
• Worcestershire sauce
• Brown sugar
• Arugula

Method

• Preheat your air fryer to 375-390°F.
• Divide the ground beef into 8 equal portions. Roll each into a loose ball, then press them flat until they are each just wider than the slider buns (they should be about 1/2 inch thick).
• Make a small indentation in the centre of each patty. Season the patties generously with salt and pepper.
• Spray the air fryer basket/tray with oil & place the patties in a single layer in the basket/tray.
• Close the fryer and cook until the patties are browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the centre of the patties registers 150-160°F, 5 to 7 minutes.
• Place a slice of cheese and a slice of bacon on each patty and cook until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired doneness, about 1 minute.
• While the patties are resting, add the buns to the air fryer to warm and toast for 1-2 minutes.
• To assemble the sliders, place the cooked burger patty with cheese on the bottom bun, then add a spoonful of onions and arugula, and the top bun. Serve warm.

How to make the perfect slider patty

To make the perfect slider patty, start by dividing your ground beef into equal portions. Roll each portion into a loose ball, then press them flat until they are each just wider than the slider buns. The patties should be about 1/2 inch thick.

Spray the air fryer basket or tray with oil and place the patties inside. Air fry at 370-390°F for 5 minutes, then flip them and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until they are cooked to your liking. If you want to add cheese, place slices on top of the cooked patties and air fry for another 30 seconds to 1 minute. Cover the patties and let them rest for a couple of minutes to achieve the best juiciness.

How to toast the buns

Toasting the buns is an important step in making sliders in an air fryer, and it's a simple process. While the patties are resting, add the buns to the air fryer to warm and toast. Depending on the air fryer temperature, this should take between one and two minutes. For example, if you're cooking at 380°F/193°C, one minute should be enough.

It's worth noting that some people recommend lining the air fryer with aluminium foil for easy cleanup, but this can block the circulating air, so it's not recommended. If you have a smaller air fryer, you may need to toast the buns in batches. As the air fryer gets hotter, you might need to reduce the cooking time for the later batches by one or two minutes.

Toasting the buns is a quick and easy step, and it adds a nice touch of warmth and crispness to your sliders. It's a great way to elevate your burger-making skills and impress your family and friends.

You can also use the air fryer to melt cheese onto the buns. After you've toasted the buns, simply place the cheese on top and close the air fryer basket for a minute or two until the cheese is melted to your liking. This will give your sliders an extra layer of flavour and texture.

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