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Wild Mac Attack Stuffed Meatloaf Sliders

Wild Mac Attack Stuffed Meatloaf Sliders 🍔 – Step By Step Recipe

Wild Mac Attack Stuffed Meatloaf Sliders are the boldest bite you’ll ever love. Each slider features a juicy, seasoned mini meatloaf patty stuffed with gooey mac & cheese, seared or baked to perfection, and stacked on soft slider buns. Perfect for game days, parties, or anytime you’re craving next-level comfort food, these sliders pack flavor, texture, and creativity into one irresistible handheld bite. Customize with BBQ glaze, crispy onions, or jalapeños for a wild twist on tradition. 🍔🧀🔥

  • Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8–10 sliders 1x

Ingredients

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🧀 Mac & Cheese Filling

  • 1 cup cooked elbow macaroni
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • ¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup cream cheese
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika

🍖 Meatloaf Mixture

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20) or beef/pork mix
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste

🍔 Assembly

  • 8–10 slider buns (brioche, Hawaiian rolls, or potato buns)
  • Optional glaze: ¼ cup ketchup + 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • Toppings: crispy fried onions, pickle chips, slaw, BBQ sauce

Instructions

1️⃣ Make Mac & Cheese

  • In a saucepan, melt butter. Add milk, cheddar, cream cheese, and seasonings.

  • Stir in macaroni until fully coated.

  • Chill mixture for 30–60 mins until firm enough to scoop.

2️⃣ Prepare Meatloaf Mix

  • In a bowl, combine ground meat, egg, milk, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire, and spices.

  • Mix gently until just combined.

3️⃣ Form Sliders

  • Divide meat into 8–10 portions. Flatten each into a patty.

  • Scoop 1 tbsp mac & cheese into center, fold meat around, and seal well.

  • Chill sliders for 30 minutes to hold shape.

4️⃣ Cook Sliders

  • Oven method: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 mins on parchment-lined sheet.

  • Skillet method: Sear 2–3 mins per side, then finish in oven for 10 mins.

  • Optional: brush glaze on top during final 5 mins of cooking.

5️⃣ Assemble & Serve

 

  • Toast buns, add meatloaf slider, top with desired toppings.

  • Serve hot with fries, slaw, or onion rings.

Notes

  • ❄️ Freeze formed sliders before cooking for make-ahead meals.

  • 🧀 Swap cheddar for gouda, pepper jack, or Velveeta for fun flavor twists.

  • 🌶️ Add jalapeños or sriracha to the mac for heat.

  • 🍔 Try baking in a muffin tin for perfect shape and portion control.

 

  • 🧊 Store leftovers in fridge up to 3 days or freeze up to 1 month.

  • Author: Astrid
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Main Dish
  • Method: Baked or Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slider
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 510 mg
  • Fat: 17 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 21 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg