The Best Burger Sauce Recipe

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a melty cheese burger with lettuce and tomatoes with burger sauce dripping down the sides

This burger sauce recipe is creamy, tangy, a little smoky, and absolutely the secret to better burgers. Think Big Mac sauce meets your favorite burger joint special sauce but homemade, fresher, and even better.

It takes just a few minutes to whisk together and instantly upgrades burgers, fries, sandwiches, and even wraps. Once you make it, you’ll never go back to plain ketchup and mustard again.

What is Burger Sauce?

Burger sauce is a creamy, flavorful condiment made with mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, and seasonings. It’s similar to Big Mac sauce, In-N-Out spread, or a classic fry sauce, but with more depth and flavor.

It adds the perfect tangy, savory finish to burgers and works just as well for fries, sandwiches, and dipping.

Why You’ll Love This Burger Sauce

  • Ready in 5 minutes
  • Made with pantry staples
  • Perfect for burgers, fries, and sandwiches
  • Better than restaurant special sauce
  • Easy to customize for more spice or tang

Burger Sauce Ingredients

So you’re probably wondering what goes into the best burger sauce. Well, let me tell you…

  • Mayonnaise: Creates the creamy base and gives the sauce its rich texture.
  • BBQ Sauce: Adds smoky sweetness and extra depth of flavor.
  • Ketchup: Adds sweetness, tanginess, and that classic burger sauce flavor.
  • Mustard or Dijon Mustard: Adds tang and a little sharpness to balance the richness.
  • Sweet Pickle Relish: Adds sweetness, acidity, and that signature burger sauce taste.
  • Worcestershire Sauce: Adds savory umami flavor and a little extra depth.
  • Onion Powder: Adds mild onion flavor without changing the texture.
  • Garlic Powder: Adds bold, savory flavor that rounds everything out.
  • Salt and Pepper: Enhance all the flavors and bring the sauce together.

How to Make Burger Sauce

To make the sauce, whisk all the ingredients together and set aside until the hamburgers are ready to assemble.

How to Assemble the Perfect Burger

Forget the ketchup and mayo and go for a really good burger sauce. I am a huge fan of sauces and condiments but in the case of the burger, keep it simple, burger, sauce, cheese, lettuce and tomato. Besides the burger sauce, these are the other items you will want to make a drool-worthy burger…

  • Brioche Buns: Always toast your buns. Always. Whe
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Best Hamburger Recipe (Our #1 Secret)

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a perfectly grilled burger with two patties, melted cheese pickles and a toasted bun

If you’ve been searching for the best hamburger recipe, this is it. Juicy, flavorful beef, melty cheese, buttery toasted buns, and the perfect pickle finish. This is the kind of classic grilled hamburger that makes summer feel official.

We’ve tested burgers every which way, and this version wins every single time. The secret comes down to the right beef blend, simple seasoning, and not overthinking it. Backyard BBQs, easy weeknight dinners, cookouts with friends…this is the burger recipe you’ve been looking for!

This all started when I partnered with Vlasic, and honestly, it was the perfect excuse to perfect our ultimate backyard burger. We had just watched a Netflix show about the best sandwiches in America, the weather in Utah had finally warmed up, and suddenly all we could think about was burgers on the grill.

At our house, grilling is a really big deal. Summer means slower evenings, fresh produce, backyard dinners, and making time to actually enjoy life together. Early on in our marriage, Cade and I decided we wanted to really live summer—invite people over, make memories, stay outside too late, and never get too busy for a good BBQ.

And honestly, Vlasic fits right into that for me. Their pickles remind me so much of growing up—shelling peas, picking berries, helping my mom can pickles and jam until our hands (and probably our mouths) were stained red and purple. Summer food memories just hit different.

After a little testing in the kitchen, we landed on what we truly believe is the best grilled hamburger recipe ever. This is the burger we make on repeat all summer long.

What Makes This the Best Hamburger Recipe?

It starts with the right beef blend. We use 60% chuck and 40% brisket for the perfect balance of fat, flavor, and tenderness. Add simple seasoning, buttery toasted buns, melty American cheese, and crisp pickles, and you have a burger that tastes better than most restaurants.

This isn’t a complicated gourmet burger—it’s the best classic hamburger recipe done right.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Super juicy and flavorful
  • Perfect for grilling season
  • Uses simple, classic ingredients
  • Better than restaurant burgers
  • Easy enough for weeknight dinners
  • Great for cookouts, BBQs, and summer parties

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • Beef Blend: 60% Chuck 40% Brisket, ground by your butcher
  • Salt: simple seasoning that brings out the natural beef flavor
  • Butter: adds richness and helps create an extra juicy burger
  • American Cheese: melts perfectly for that classic diner-style burger
  • Challah Buns: soft, buttery buns that hold everything together beautifully
  • Vlasi
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Chicken Caprese Sandwich

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a photo of a chicken caprese sandwich on a ciabatta bun with tomato, fresh mozzarella, pesto and balsamic glaze.

This Chicken Caprese Sandwich has chicken breasts, with tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, all tucked into a warm ciabatta roll slathered with pesto. It’s fresh and full of flavor and checks every box. It all comes together in one bite, exactly the way a caprese sandwich should.

This recipe is one we’ve been making and tweaking for years, ever since friends first introduced it to us. I love a good caprese, but let’s be honest, not all caprese sandwiches are created equal. Some are good and simple, and others are the kind that make you forget all conversation at the table. This chicken caprese sandwich is firmly in that second category.

Many of you have loved our balsamic glazed caprese sandwich, but this version actually came first. It’s easy to adapt, whether you make it with chicken, vegetarian, or gluten-free, and it’s been a go-to ever since. However you make it, this is one sandwich worth keeping in your rotation.

Ingredients For Chicken Caprese Sandwiches

This Caprese Chicken Sandwich is the perfect solution for turning leftover chicken breasts into something fresh, flavorful, and exciting. Transform your leftovers into a meal that is anything but ordinary.

  • Skinless Chicken Breasts: juicy, grilled base for the sandwich
  • Olive Oil: used to cook the chicken and add richness
  • Garlic: lightly infuses the oil for extra flavor
  • Pesto: Made from fresh basil leaves, herbs, kosher salt, black pepper, pine nuts, and parmesan. Adds classic basil flavor and moisture
  • Fresh Mozzarella: Slices of Fresh Mozzarella Cheese melt over the chicken for a creamy caprese layer. It really has to be fresh mozz…it’s just soooooo much better for this type of sandwich!
  • Roma Tomatoes: fresh tomato slices that balance the richness
  • Balsamic Vinegar Glaze: A sweet, tangy drizzle of balsamic glaze is the perfect finish to the sandwich
  • Ciabatta Rolls or Kaiser Rolls: sturdy, toasted rolls perfect for caprese sandwiches

All the measurements and details can be found in the recipe card below.

My Secrets to the BEST Chicken Caprese Sandwich!

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Croissant Ham and Cheese Sandwich with Garlic Spread

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a ham and cheese sandwich on a flaky croissant that has been sliced in half so you can see the inside of each half

This easy ham and cheese sandwich is everything a classic sandwich should be! It’s simple, comforting, and incredibly satisfying with one small upgrade that makes a big difference. Flaky croissants replace regular bread, and a garlic herb spread adds rich, savory flavor in every bite.

Filled with smoked ham and smoked Gouda, this sandwich is perfect for a quick lunch, easy dinner, or for a bunch of teenagers piled in your kitchen!

a ham and cheese sandwich on a flaky croissant that has been sliced in half so you can see the inside of each half

This isn’t your average ham and cheese sandwich. Croissants and garlic spread make it bakery-level good with minimal effort. It’s my favorite way to use up leftover veggie dip. We pretty much lived on these sandwiches the several days after Christmas this year, and we loved every second of it!

Ingredients You’ll Need….

Only 4 ingredients needed! Grab some croissants from Costco and then hit the deli for some ham and gouda!

  • Croissants: Buttery and flaky, they instantly elevate this sandwich.
  • Garlic Herb Spread: Adds bold, savory flavor without extra effort.
  • Smoked Ham: Brings depth and saltiness that pairs well with cheese.
  • Smoked Gouda: Melts beautifully and adds subtle smokiness.

How to Make a Ham and Cheese Croissant

You probably don’t need instructions for this sandwich, but I’m going to give them to you anyway! I’m also going to assume you have already made the garlic herb veggie dip which is the key to elevating this sandwich.

  1. Slice and Spread: Cut the croissants in half and spread the garlic dip all over both sides of the bread.
  2. Add: Layer in the ham and cheese slices and add the top of the bread.
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The BEST Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe

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a photo of an egg salad sitting on a piece of parchment paper made on multigrain bread with lettuce and thick layer of egg salad.

This Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe is high in protein, easy to make, and loved by both kids and adults! It’s the perfect way to use leftover hard-boiled eggs from Easter. Egg salad is a classic staple for every household and is great to enjoy at home or on the go.

I’ll be honest, I’d never even tried egg salad because I didn’t see the point. And really, how often are you even offered egg salad? For me, basically never! Then one day we went to a new sandwich shop and my husband ordered an egg salad sandwich. I was genuinely confused. We’d been married over five years and I’d never once seen him eat it. He said he’d always liked egg salad, he just never thought to make it. Interesting.

Then I got pregnant, got sick, lived on IV therapy for a while, and completely forgot egg salad even existed. Until this past week. And wow. It’s delicious. I love deviled eggs so why didn’t I think about trying egg salad? I’ve clearly been missing out. So consider this your sign. Try it for lunch, dinner, a snack, as a sandwich, on crackers, or in a wrap. However you eat it, just try it.

Ingredients for Egg Salad Sandwiches

There are a million egg salad sandwich recipes out there, but none of them are going to be as glorious as this one. These are the ingredients you will need:

  • Mayonnaise: It has to be Hellman’s. Trust me on this one.
  • Dijon or Yellow Mustard: I usually reach for Dijon, but yellow works just fine if that’s what you have.
  • Stoneground Mustard: Adds an extra layer of flavor and a little texture that makes the salad more interesting.
  • White Vinegar or Lemon Juice: The acid is key to getting the flavor just right and balancing the richness.
  • Fresh Chives: Bring a subtle onion and garlic flavor without overpowering the eggs.
  • Fresh Parsley: Adds a bright, fresh note that keeps the salad from feeling heavy.
  • Fresh Dill Weed: You can’t miss that classic dill flavor. It’s essential for a proper egg salad.
  • Kosher Salt: Season thoughtfully and taste often until it’s just right.
  • Black Pepper: Adds flavor with the tiniest hint of heat.
  • Hard-Boiled Eggs: Use your preferred method. We have posts for both stovetop and Instant Pot.
  • 7-Grain Bread: High quality is key so it can stand up to the creamy egg salad.
  • Green Leaf Lettuce: I love the crunch and the fresh, bright contrast it adds.

The measurements for each ingredient are listed in the recipe card at the end of the post. You can also save or print the recipe from there.

Other Fun Additions For This Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe

Egg salad is totally personal, and everyone has their favorite twist. Stir in a pinch of paprika, a splash

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