Name: Copycat Big Mac Burger
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: American

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March 6, 2026

Juicy double patties, melty cheese, crisp lettuce, tangy pickles, and the legendary Big Mac sauce – all stacked high inside soft homemade brioche buns. This recipe makes 3 burgers, each built exactly like the fast-food classic, but with fresher, better ingredients.

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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 for 1-2 minutes until golden—this prevents them from getting soggy and adds a subtle crunch that contrasts perfectly with the juicy patties.
Create a Smash Burger Indent 🔨
When cooking the beef patties, use a spatula to gently press down for the first 30 seconds only, creating a thin crust while keeping the interior juicy—don't press throughout cooking as this squeezes out valuable moisture.
Layer Sauce and Lettuce First 🥬
Spread Big Mac sauce on the bottom bun, then layer iceberg lettuce before adding the patties—this creates a moisture barrier that keeps the bun from absorbing excess grease and maintains texture.
Slice Pickles Thicker for Crunch 🥒
Cut pickles into thicker slices (¼ inch) rather than thin chips—they provide superior crunch and won't compress into mush when bitten, matching the structural integrity of the original.
Pre-Warm Cheese Slices 🧀
Place processed cheese on the hot patties immediately off heat and cover with a loose foil tent for 30 seconds—this allows the cheese to melt perfectly without over-cooking the beef or creating rubbery edges.