McDonald’s COPYCAT Cheeseburger Recipe 🔥

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb Ground Beef (80/20) (juicy ratio for burgers)
• 1 tsp Salt (kosher salt)
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.5 tsp Onion Powder
• 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder
• 6 slices American Cheese Slices (individually wrapped)
• 6 pieces Hamburger Buns (soft sandwich buns)
• 6 pieces Lettuce Leaves (shredded iceberg or romaine)
• 1 medium Tomato (sliced)
• 6 slices Pickles (dill slices)
• 2 tbsp Ketchup (store‑bought)
• 1 tbsp Mustard (yellow mustard)
• 1 tbsp Mayonnaise (optional)

Instructions

1. Season the Beef

   Place the ground beef in a large mixing bowl and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Gently mix with your hands until just combined; avoid over‑mixing.

   Time: PT5M

2. Form Patties

   Divide the seasoned meat into six equal portions (about 4 oz each) and gently shape each into a round patty about ¾‑inch thick. Press a shallow indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing.

   Time: PT5M

3. Preheat the Pan

   Place the grill pan over medium‑high heat and let it heat for about 3 minutes until a drop of water sizzles on contact.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

4. Cook the Patties

   Add the patties to the hot pan, leaving space between them. Cook for 4 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook another 4 minutes on the second side. Do not press the patties with the spatula.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

5. Melt the Cheese

   During the last minute of cooking, place one slice of American cheese on each patty and cover the pan with a lid or foil to trap heat, allowing the cheese to melt fully.

   Time: PT1M

6. Toast the Buns

   While the cheese melts, lightly butter the cut sides of the hamburger buns (optional) and toast them cut‑side‑down in the same pan for about 2 minutes until golden.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: medium heat

7. Assemble the Burgers

   Spread ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise on the bottom bun (if using). Layer lettuce, a tomato slice, a pickle slice, then place the cheesy patty. Top with the bun lid and serve immediately.

   Time: PT3M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

30g

Fat

15g

Fiber

2g