Almost White Castle Hamburgers Recipe

Craving White Castle but don't want to leave the house? This recipe delivers mini sliders that taste incredibly close to the real deal! Perfect for a fun family dinner, game day gatherings, or kids' parties, these bite-sized burgers are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Even White Castle skeptics will be hooked! Easily freezable for future cravings. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 326.3 kcal
Protein 34g
Rating 4.5 (154 Reviews)
Almost White Castle Hamburgers

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Almost White Castle Hamburgers

  • Ground Chuck
  • Onion Soup Mix
  • Egg
  • Pepper
  • Water
  • Breadcrumbs
  • 12 slider buns
  • American Cheese
  • Pickle
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup

How to Make Almost White Castle Hamburgers

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Press the meat mixture evenly into an ungreased 10x15 inch jelly roll pan.
  4. Prick the surface of the meatloaf with a fork several times.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before draining off excess grease.
  7. Once cooled, cut the meatloaf into 24 even squares (approximately 2 inches x 2 inches).
  8. Warm your favorite slider buns.
  9. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons yellow mustard and 2 tablespoons ketchup.
  10. Spread the mustard-ketchup mixture on the bottom buns.
  11. Place a meat square on each bun bottom.
  12. Top with dill pickle slices and a slice of cheese (optional).
  13. Add the top bun and serve immediately. Makes 12 servings (2 sliders per serving).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

23g

Carbs

10g