Name: Copycat Big Mac Burger
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.19 pounds ground beef; 6 slice processed cheese; 3.2 ounces iceberg lettuce; 30 slice pickle; 6 homemade brioche burger buns

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Copycat Big Mac Burger

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Ingredients

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Prepare the Sauce

Mix mayonnaise, mustard, pickle brine, diced pickle, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to intensify the flavor.

Shape & Cook the Patties

Divide the beef into 6 equal portions (90 g each).

Flatten into thin patties, slightly larger than the buns.

Cook in a hot skillet or grill pan for 2–3 minutes per side.

Place a cheese slice on top of each patty right before removing from the heat, so it melts perfectly.

Assemble the Big Mac

Slice and lightly toast the buns (including the extra bottoms).

On the bottom bun, spread Big Mac sauce, add shredded lettuce, pickles, and the first patty with cheese.

Place the extra bottom bun (as the middle layer) on top.

Again spread sauce, add lettuce, pickles, and the second patty with cheese.

Finish with sauce and the top bun.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toast Your Brioche Buns 🔥
Lightly butter and toast the brioche buns on a griddle or cast iron for 1-2 minutes until golden—this prevents them from getting soggy and adds a subtle nutty flavor that elevates the entire burger.
Make Big Mac Sauce from Scratch 🍯
Combine mayo, ketchup, relish, mustard, and a touch of vinegar to create an authentic Big Mac sauce; let it chill for 30 minutes so the flavors marry and intensify perfectly.
Form Beef Patties with a Dimple 🍔
Use a light touch when forming your ground beef patties and press a small indent in the center with your thumb—this prevents them from puffing up and ensures even, juicy cooking.
Layer Assembly Sequence Matters 🧅
Build from bottom to top: bun, sauce, lettuce, patty, cheese, patty, pickles, middle bun, sauce, lettuce, patty, cheese, patty, top bun—this order keeps lettuce crisp and prevents moisture from making the bun soggy.
Chill Patties Before Cooking ❄️
Refrigerate your formed beef patties for at least 30 minutes before cooking to help them hold their shape, achieve better browning, and stay juicier throughout the cooking process.