Big Mac Sauce That’s Better Than McDonald’s
A combination of mayo, mustard, and relish give Big Mac sauce its signature creamy tang. Here's the easiest way to make it at home.
Makes1 cup
Prep5 minutes
It’s no secret that McDonald’s Big Macs are beloved all over the world, primarily for the sweet and tangy sauce that’s slathered onto the buns. And while there have been plenty of rumors suggesting the special sauce is simply Thousand Island dressing in disguise, McDonald’s says otherwise.
After watching McDonald’s executive chef’s YouTube video on how to make the world-famous sauce, we headed into our own kitchens to nail down the specifics (the video provided the ingredients, but no amounts). Several tweaks and taste-tests later, we came up with the most delicious sauce that will let you skip the drive-thru.
What Makes the Sauce Creamy and Tangy?
Instead, the sauce gets its peachy-pink color from a dash of paprika, and signature creamy tang from a combination of mayo, mustard, and relish. That’s right — you probably have all the ingredients in your pantry right now. So skip the drive-thru and make a jar of this sauce at home, and you’ll have it ready whenever Big Mac cravings strike.
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Better-than-McDonald’s Big Mac Sauce
A combination of mayo, mustard, and relish give Big Mac sauce its signature creamy tang. Here's the easiest way to make it at home.
Prep time 5 minutes
Makes1 cup
Nutritional Info
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup
mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon
yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons
sweet pickle relish
- 2 teaspoons
granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon
white wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon
paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon
garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon
onion powder
Instructions
Place all the ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk to combine.
Recipe Notes
Storage: The sauce can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week.