Homemade Big Mac

• Cook the patties in a hot skillet or grill for 2–3 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked.
• Add a slice of cheese to two of the patties during the last minute of cooking and cover to melt.

Step 3: Toast the Buns

• Lightly toast all three bun halves (top, middle, and bottom) in a dry skillet or in the oven until golden.
• The middle bun layer (the “club” layer) can be made by taking the bottom of a second bun.

Step 4: Assemble Your Big Mac

Now the fun part—layering!

1. Bottom bun layer:
   • Spread a spoonful of special sauce
   • Add chopped onions, shredded lettuce, pickles, and one cheese-topped beef patty
2. Middle bun (club layer):
   • Spread more special sauce
   • Add onions, lettuce, the second patty (with or without cheese)
3. Top it off:
   • Place the top sesame seed bun over the second patty

Tips for the Best Homemade Big Mac

• Use thin patties – The original Big Mac uses thin, quick-cooking patties. Smash-style burgers work perfectly here.
• Don’t skip the sauce – It’s what makes a Big Mac a Big Mac. The sauce is the secret weapon.
• Shred the lettuce finely – For authenticity and even distribution.
• Toasted bun = better texture – Toasting prevents the bun from becoming soggy and adds flavor.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your homemade Big Mac with:

• Crispy French fries or oven-baked potato wedges
• A cold soda or milkshake
• Pickles or coleslaw for that classic diner-style side

Final Thoughts

The Homemade Big Mac is the perfect combination of nostalgia and next-level flavor. Whether you’re trying to impress guests or simply treating yourself to a homemade fast-food favorite, this recipe delivers the magic of the original—with more freshness, flavor, and fun.

Once you try making it at home, you’ll wonder why you ever stood in a drive-thru line.

What’s your twist on the Big Mac? Add bacon? Swap the beef for chicken or plant-based patties? Share your ideas below!