Gourmet McDonald’s-Style Double Cheeseburger
This elevated take on the iconic McDonald’s Double Cheeseburger pays homage to one of the most beloved fast-food items in the world — only reimagined with fresh, high-quality ingredients and professional technique. With juicy seared beef patties, melty American cheese, tangy pickles, diced onions, and that signature ketchup-mustard combo on a toasted bun, this home-crafted burger delivers nostalgic flavor with a chef’s polish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 80/20 ground beef chuck fresh, not frozen, for best flavor and texture
- 4 slices American cheese use classic processed American cheese for authentic flavor
- 2 pieces plain hamburger buns preferably potato or soft white buns
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard classic mild yellow mustard for authenticity
- 2 tablespoons ketchup use a tangy, sweet ketchup brand like Heinz
- ¼ cup white onion, finely diced use raw diced onion as in the original
- 8 slices hamburger dill pickle chips classic sliced pickles; avoid sweet pickles for this recipe
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter for toasting the buns
- 1 pinch kosher salt to taste
- 1 pinch black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Patties: Divide the ground beef into four equal portions (about 4 oz each). Roll into balls, then flatten into 1/4-inch thick patties. Season both sides lightly with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Toast the Buns: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add butter, then place the buns cut-side down. Toast until golden brown, about 1–2 minutes. Set aside.
- Sear the Patties: Increase skillet heat to medium-high. Place the patties into the hot skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms. Add a slice of cheese to each patty during the last 30 seconds of cooking to allow it to melt.
- Assemble the Burger: Spread ketchup and mustard on the bottom bun. Add diced onions and pickles. Stack two cheesy patties over the toppings. Crown with the top bun.
Notes
- For a healthier version, substitute ground turkey and low-fat cheese.
- Try grilling the patties over charcoal for smoky depth.
- You can freeze the formed patties ahead of time and cook frozen—just add an extra 2–3 minutes of cook time per side.
Nutrition
Calories: 817kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 48gFat: 65gSaturated Fat: 29gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 25gTrans Fat: 4gCholesterol: 218mgSodium: 1211mgPotassium: 768mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 667IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 503mgIron: 5mg
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