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Homemade Big Mac Sauce (McDonald’s Copycat) Recipe

4.6 from 70 reviews

This Homemade Big Mac Sauce recipe is a delicious copycat version of the famous McDonald’s sauce. It combines mayo, sweet pickle relish, ketchup, mustard, and a blend of spices to create a tangy, creamy condiment perfect for burgers, sandwiches, or as a dip. Easy to prepare and with a chilling step to enhance flavors, this sauce can be made ahead and stored for convenience.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  1. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  2. Chill Sauce: Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. This chilling process allows the flavors to meld and intensify, resulting in a richer taste.
  3. Store Properly: Keep the sauce refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Stir the sauce well before each use to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Notes

  • For best flavor, allow the sauce to chill overnight.
  • The sugar is optional; omit if you prefer less sweetness.
  • Use as a burger topping, sandwich spread, or dip.
  • Store in a sealed container to preserve freshness.

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