How Many Sliders Per Person For A Party

Catering For A Big Group – How Many Sliders Per Person in 2024

Many people are not sure how many sliders per guest are the right amount for a get-together. To get the most accurate answer, it is best to calculate this number based on variables such as the number of guests, the time frame, the type of food served, and how many people are at your event or function.

If you are not making sliders but just serving pulled pork for a big group, we have a separate article here.

But the most important question is what kind of party are you hosting?

A buffet-style event normally requires bigger portions. If you a serving pork sliders with cranberry sauce for an after Thanksgiving BQQ people will likely eat a little less as you will probably have some leftover turkey as well. 

Say you have a big group you want to feed or maybe an event planned around another holiday or event like Christmas, New Year. This also works for a Picnic, Tailgating. If you have a fancy party try serving finger sandwiches for a big group.

 Superbowl sliders are also a winner, as are chicken wings (see our guide on how many chicken wings to serve for lots and lots of people). 

Sometimes you need beef – see our handy table on how much beef per person.

Or even more specific – Italian Beef – How many pounds per person.

Also, see our table with the exact quantities of ground beef for tacos.

Give some thought to what else you are serving with your sliders. The more sides you have will result in a slight decrease in the number of mini hamburgers eaten.

We will answer exactly how many sliders you need for 10,20,50,70 or 100 people and give you a handy table which includes how many sliders you need for a large group with lots and lots of people.

Plus a calculation of the number of sliders you need when you have two or three other dishes like fried chicken or ribs for example.

Our table will also tell you how much meat you need for the slider patties, we use beef and pulled pork as examples. However, the table will equally word for slider patties made from ground turkey, brisket, and other fillings.

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Sliders Serving Size Per Person

 How Do You Calculate Sliders Per Person? We use a ratio of four sliders per person to calculate how many sliders serve a crowd of people. Now we also reduce this amount if there are lots of other food or snack-sized appetizers served at the same time – see our slider per person table below.

How Many Pounds Of Slider Meat Per Person Should I Buy?  For a beef patty for a slider plan on using 2.5oz of meat per person.

These per guest slider amounts will let you answer questions like

How much pulled pork per person for sliders?

If you are using pulled pork or pulled turkey leftovers then budget on 3 oz per person for your slider patties.

We also cover here making bulk pulled pork sandwiches for 50 people.

How to make pulled pork sliders or burgers like a pro – see our instant pot recipe for pork and an amazing homemade bourbon Barbecue sauce.

If you want to learn how to perfectly fry a pork chop see our top 10 tips here.

How much meat do you need for 50 sliders?

For 50 sliders then you will need 125 oz ( 7.8 lbs) of ground beef or brisket.

 What Ingredients Can You Put In Sliders?

Hamburger sliders are really popular and just like their big cousin’s burger after you choose your cooked meat style you have a lot of freedom as to what you put in your sliders. Here is a list of the best fillings for sliders when you are hosting a large group of people.

• Swiss cheese (makes great cheese sliders)
• Blue Cheese
• BBQ Sauce
• Ham
• Cranberry Sauce
• Deli meat fried and put on top for an extra protein burst – ham is popular
• Worcestershire sauce
• minced onion (with garlic powder)
• mustard (I like dijon mustard)
• Honey Mustard is also really popular
• Ketchup
• Pickles
• Lettuce
• Tomato
• Sesame Seeds
• Mayo

Serving Ideas For Sliders For a Party

In addition to the slider condiments above – how you present your sliders can make all the difference.

You can serve them on bamboo plates – which are biodegradable which is great.

I really like the idea of serving them with ketchup and french fries (see how many french fries you need for a large group)- you can not go wrong. See this picture for an idea. What kid could resist this patty inside a slider bun!

What is the difference between a hamburger and a slider?

Size – sliders are typically smaller with a slider patty being only 2.5-3 oz whereas a hamburger is at least 6oz. The Bun size and shape is also different – the slider bun or roll is around 2 inches in diameter.

While the patty recipe will be similar the cooking method is often different for the slider. The hamburger comes as a patty, whereas the slider can be a round ball. You get your griddle hot with olive oil and a little butter and put the ball meat on and smash it. This gives a nice random or almost artisan-style cooked meat look. Sliders also tend to be dressed more elegantly with condiments.

Bread or bun Size for making a pulled pork sandwich or sub – The small bun is large enough to hold up to 3-4 ounces of meat filling like pulled pork (real slider size) and the large bun could hold up to 6 ounces of pulled pork which will be a single serving from our calculations.

If large amounts of meat scare the heck out of you, then plenty of side dishes and salads will have your cost spaced out. Pork spare ribs also go well for a crowd – see how many spare ribs, half slabs to serve for a large group.

Full a list of other catering for a group ideas – and big group food ideas see our resource page.

How To Make Pulled Pork Instant Pot

We have an amazing recipe for bourbon bbq pulled pork -(you can also use a slow cooker or crock pot for this pulled pork recipe). We made this pork recipe in about 1 hour – so you can keep the pork moist in the fridge by wrapping well with aluminum foil – this is a recipe you can cook ahead of time.

Where did sandwiches get their name?

It is accepted that the humble sandwich originated from England and is named after John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich, an eighteenth-century English aristocrat.

It started when he wanted his meat put in between two slices of bread.

 Since then sandwiches are one of the most popular lunch and snack foods and there are many different varieties of sandwiches.

What sizes and types of Sandwiches are best to serve for a big crowd or party?

Let’s start with sandwich styles before we look at some of the best fillings for a big group.

here is a list of the top six styles of sandwiches for your event, some are fancy like a pinwheel sandwich, and are commonly seen at weddings or baby showers for example.

• Mini Sandwich
• Pinwheel sandwich
• Open sandwich
• Triangle sandwich
• Slider Sandwich
• Grinders
• Croissant Sandwich and mini croissant sandwich
• Hoagies

What are Mini Sandwiches

A mini sandwich is a small sandwich made from two slices of bread, usually served at big parties to make the food go further. The term “mini” refers to the size of the sandwich, which is smaller than a regular sandwich. You can cut the normal bread into up to 6 mini or small sandwiches. For this, you will need a good bread knife. 

What are Cocktail Sandwiches

Cocktail sandwiches are small sandwiches made with bread, butter, and a filling that is usually quite fancy. The difference between a mini sandwich and a cocktail sandwich is the later sandwich will usually have a fancier filling and be made to look nicer, even having a garnish.

Finger sandwiches can be served at high teas or other elegant big events. 

What are Pinwheel Sandwiches

A pinwheel sandwich is a small and nice-looking sandwich that is made by rolling up thin bread (or bread that has been flattened) into a circle. Often filled with ham and lettuce – but you can use any filling you like. Because these look nice they are served at more formal events or weddings, graduations or if you want to make your finger food look nice.

Which sandwiches are called Grinders?

This is a “New England” term mostly – and the sandwiches that are called grinders are made of a round bread roll that is split or cut lengthways. The bread is often a strong bread – like a good sourdough and you have to “grind” your teeth to eat the grinder – or at least bite off some. They can be either a hot or cold sandwich.

What is the difference between a Grinder and a Hoagie?

Both are sandwiches and the difference is largely where you came from and the origin of the sandwich. Hoagie being from Hog Island in Pennsylvania and a Grinder sandwich typically a more New England Dockworker term.

What are the best hot sandwiches for a crowd?

The best hot sandwiches for a birthday party are the ones that are made with fresh ingredients and baked in a pan. They should be served hot, and they should be accompanied by a salad and chips. 

Here are some ideas

• Ham and Cheese
• Turkey and Cheese (see what is the best cheese for a turkey sandwich)
• BLT Sliders served open style
• Crispy Bacon Cheese Burger Open sandwich