Who needs a drive-thru when you’ve got this killer recipe for Big Mac Sauce in your back pocket? Let’s be real: the sauce is the MVP of the iconic sandwich—sorry, sesame seed bun, but it’s the truth. Now you can recreate the magic at home without asking a teenager at the window for “extra sauce” only to find out it costs an extra $0.50. With this copycat Big Mac Sauce recipe, your taste buds will believe they’re sitting in the golden arches without ever leaving your kitchen.

Wooden spoon in a jar of homemade Big Mac Sauce.

Not only is this homemade Mac Sauce incredibly easy to make (we’re talking “stir and done”), but it also tastes better than the original. No shady ingredients, no mystery chemicals—just a straight-up flavor bomb for your burgers, fries, or whatever else you feel like slathering it on. Don’t blame us if you suddenly become that person who carries a tiny jar of this everywhere.

Big Mac Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

½ cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika

Small bowls filled with paprika, mayonnaise, relish, onion powder, garlic powder, vinegar, and mustard.

Instructions

In a small mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Mayonnaise, relish, mustard, and seasonings in a large glass mixing bowl.

Stir the ingredients until fully blended. Adjust seasonings to taste if needed.

Mayonnaise, pickle relish, seasonings, and Dijon mustard being whisked in a bowl.

For best results, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Serve with burgers, fries, or your favorite dipping snacks.

Tips for Sauce Success

Flavor Melds Over Time: Let the sauce sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors really pop. Overnight? Even better.
Pick Your Relish: Sweet pickle relish is key here, but if you want a tangier version, swap in dill relish. Just don’t come for us if it’s not quite “Big Mac enough.”
Paprika Perfection: For a smoky twist, try smoked paprika instead of regular paprika.
Double It Up: This recipe makes enough for a small crowd, but if you’re hosting a burger night, double (or triple!) the batch.
Storage Hack: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Trust us, it won’t last that long.

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Recreate the iconic McDonald’s Big Mac Sauce at home with this quick and easy copycat recipe! Perfect for burgers, fries, and more, this homemade Mac Sauce is creamy, tangy, and irresistibly delicious.

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Author: Lynda
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 batch 1x

Ingredients

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1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika

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Instructions

Combine mayonnaise, pickle relish, mustard, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in a mixing bowl.
Stir the ingredients until fully blended. Adjust seasonings to taste if needed.
Refrigerate for 30 minutes before using.

Don’t Keep the Sauce to Yourself!

Now it’s your turn—what will you slather this Big Mac Sauce on? Share your creative (or shameless) ideas in the comments below! Pin this recipe so you can have it handy for every burger night, and don’t forget to share it with your fellow sauce-loving friends. Let’s spread the sauce love one burger at a time!