Mcdonald's Big Mac Sauce Copycat Recipe Recipe

Recreate the iconic McDonald's Big Mac sauce at home! This copycat recipe, sourced from a vintage McDonald's manager's handbook (circa late 1960s!), delivers the creamy, tangy flavor of the original 'special sauce' before its modern iteration. Get ready to elevate your burgers to legendary status with this easy, 5-minute recipe. Perfect for Big Macs, burgers, fries, or anything that needs a delicious sauce kick!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 52.7 kcal

Protein 0g

Rating Be the first

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mcdonald's Big Mac Sauce Copycat Recipe

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Mcdonald's Big Mac Sauce Copycat Recipe? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Mcdonald's Big Mac Sauce Copycat Recipe

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, white wine vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt (if using) until thoroughly combined and smooth.
For a richer flavor, let the sauce sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. (Optional)
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 3 days) to allow the flavors to fully develop. The longer it sits, the better it tastes!
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation Sauces Condiments Etc Easy Savory Sauces 3 Steps Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mcdonald's Big Mac Sauce Copycat Recipe?

Mcdonald's Big Mac Sauce Copycat Recipe takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mcdonald's Big Mac Sauce Copycat Recipe?

Mcdonald's Big Mac Sauce Copycat Recipe has approximately 52.7 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mcdonald's Big Mac Sauce Copycat Recipe?

The key ingredients for Mcdonald's Big Mac Sauce Copycat Recipe are Miracle Whip, Mayonnaise, French Dressing, Sweet Relish, Dill Pickle Relish, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.