Epic Burger Sauce

I made this burger sauce last night and the only thing I did wrong was that I did not put enough on the bun!!! It was delicious!!! Next time I may just dip my burger in the sauce. Well done!!!!

— Mary

My creamy pasta sauce and chipotle ranch recipes have been such a hit with all of you that I thought a good burger sauce was in order!

You may be familiar with McDonald’s Big Mac Sauce (which is similar to Thousand Island dressing), In-N-Out Burger Spread, and many other restaurants offer their variation of the popular condiment as well. You can even find hamburger sauce in bottles at the grocery store. I know Heinz and Hellmann’s each have a product.

Trust me, though, this special sauce recipe is the BEST for burgers and so much more! It’s super easy to make, inexpensive, and tastes incredibly delicious too!

Why you’ll love this recipe

• So flavorful. It’s savory, slightly sweet, a little smoky and perfectly tangy bite. You’re going to be obsessed!
• Quick & easy to make. This is incredibly easy to whip up, and there’s a good chance you already have all of the ingredients you need sitting in your refrigerator and pantry. Only five key ingredients, one small bowl and a whisk is all you need to get this ready. In just 5 minutes, you’ll have an amazingly tasty condiment ready to be enjoyed!
• Great for many things. Not only does this make the best burgers, but it’s a great dipping sauce for wings, a fry dip, onion rings, chicken tenders, and more. The options are truly endless!

Ingredients needed

Every restaurant has their own top secret recipe, but the basic ingredients of a good burger sauce don’t vary too much. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Mayo. We recommend using whole egg mayonnaise for a smoother, more rounded taste. Hellmans is our favorite brand. Use full fat mayo for the best, most richest flavor.
• Ketchup. Adds a subtle vinegar flavor and slight sweetness to the sauce.
• Sweet pickle juice. Our secret ingredient! Gives this sauce a tang balanced with sweetness.
• Spices & seasonings. Using the perfect blend of garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper to give this sauce so much flavor. If you like spice, stir in a dash of cayenne pepper.

How to make this recipe

This recipe could not be easier! There’s not much to it other than stirring several simple ingredients together. Here’s the simple process:

See the recipe card for the full, printable recipe.

1. Add mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to a small bowl.
2. Stir the ingredients together until fully combined.
3. Cover and store in the fridge. I like to let the sauce sit in the fridge for 1 to 2 hours for the best flavor. It can be stored up to about 2 weeks.
4. Serve on burgers, sandwiches, wraps and use it as a dip for French fries. Yum!

Frequently asked questions

Serving recommendations

Pro tip: I highly recommend making this sauce in advance, so the flavor can really build!

Fire up the grill! You’re definitely going to want to slather this sauce all over my bacon cheese stuffed burgers, pictured in this post. It’s also such a great addition to my juicy turkey burgers, chicken burgers and healthy burgers! And be sure to serve your hamburgers with my old fashioned potato salad or my favorite greek pasta salad and chips. Don’t forget peach crisp for dessert!

Storage tips

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to about 2 weeks.

If you try this recipe, let me know! Leave a comment and if your family loves it as much as mine does, be sure to give it a five star ⭐️ rating! Also, tag @kimscravings on Instagram with a picture of your creation. It’s so fun to see what you’re cooking! Be sure to subscribe to our mailing list to receive more healthy delicious recipes straight to your inbox.