Big Mac Sauce

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Big Mac Sauce… just like McDonald’s! This copycat recipe is made with a handful of simple ingredients and tastes just like the real deal. The perfect topping for any of your favorite sandwiches or burgers, and equally delicious as a dipping sauce! 

If you’ve ever had a Big Mac burger, you know the unmistakable flavor of that McDonald’s special sauce on top. It’s a distinct blend of tangy, creamy, and sweet… and some might argue that it’s actually the SAUCE that makes the burger so delicious! A unique combination of mayo, french dressing, pickle relish, and seasonings, it’s a classic sauce that has it all… including just the right amount of crunch!

Well, this Homemade Big Mac Sauce tastes just like the original… and it’s SO easy to make! All you need is a handful of ingredients and 5 minutes, and you have the perfect sauce for burgers, french fries, chicken nuggets, and more. And it also doubles as a tasty salad dressing (my Big Mac Salad is a MUST TRY!

What you’ll need for this recipe

Mayonnaise – Mayonnaise creates the creamy base in this sauce. I used 1/2 cup Hellman’s Mayo, but you can substitute any brand you prefer.

French dressing – 2 Tablespoons adds just the right amount of both sweetness and tangy flavor to this sauce. I used homemade French dressing, but any of your favorite bottled brands will work as well.

Pickle relish – I added 4 teaspoons of dill pickle relish, both for the flavor and the crunch that Big Mac Sauce is known for. You can also substitute sweet pickle relish, which will give the sauce an overall sweeter flavor.

Vinegar – 1 teaspoon of white vinegar adds a touch of acid to this recipe to cut the creaminess just slightly without adding much actual flavor to the sauce.

Spices – Finally, we used a simple combination of onion powder, garlic powder, sugar, and salt to round out the other ingredients.

how to make big mac sauce

Making this homemade sauce couldn’t be easier! Simply combine the ingredients in a small bowl and stir until completely blended. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for later. I absolutely LOVE these decorative serving bowls that come with lids for storage!