Juicy Air Fryer BBQ Beef Sliders - Crispy Buns
Make these juicy Air Fryer BBQ Beef Sliders for a quick, satisfying meal. Perfect for Air Fryer Dinners that deliver crispy buns and tender beef every time.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 lean
- 12 count slider buns Hawaiian or potato
- 0.5 cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand
- 1 tbsp onion powder optional seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder optional seasoning
- 4 slices cheddar cheese optional topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with onion powder and garlic powder, then mix in half the BBQ sauce until just combined.
- Form the beef mixture into 12 small patties, about 2 inches wide, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the air fryer to 370°F and arrange the patties in a single layer, working in batches if needed.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and edges are caramel-brown.
- Brush the remaining BBQ sauce on each patty, add cheese if using, and cook for 1-2 more minutes until melted and glistening.
- Assemble the sliders by placing a patty on each bun bottom, adding any extra toppings, and covering with bun tops.