MrBeast Burger Smash Stack Copycat Recipe — Viral Double-Patty Recipe
🍔 This MrBeast burger copycat brings the juice! Double-smashed patties create crispy edges while staying tender, and that signature sauce is addictive 👑🔥
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- Ground beef (80/20) 1.5 lbs
- Burger buns (potato or brioche) 4 pieces
- American cheese slices 4 pieces
- Onion, finely diced 0.25 cup
- Pickles, sliced 0.5 cup
- Butter (for toasting buns) 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
- Salt 2 tsp
- Black pepper 1.5 tsp
- Mayonnaise 0.5 cup
- Ketchup 3 tbsp
- Yellow mustard 2 tbsp
- Dill pickle juice 1 tbsp
- Paprika 1 tsp
- Garlic powder 0.5 tsp
- Onion powder 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates
39 g
24%
Protein
38 g
24%
Fat
35 g
52%
Cooking steps
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1
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, dill pickle juice, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder to make the signature burger sauce. Cover and chill while prepping the patties.
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2
Divide the ground beef into 8 equal balls (about 3 oz each) for true double-smash burgers. For best texture, keep the beef cold until smashing and do not overwork.
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3
Heat a large cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until very hot (you should see faint wisps of smoke). Brush with a small amount of butter.
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4
Place 2 beef balls per burger directly onto the skillet, then immediately smash each into a thin patty using a sturdy spatula. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook untouched for about 1.5 to 2 minutes or until edges are very crispy and juices bubble on top.
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5
Flip each patty, top each with a slice of American cheese, and cook for an additional 30–45 seconds. (Copycat tip: The smash and crisp method is what gives MrBeast Burger its signature texture.)
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6
Butter and toast the buns cut-side down in the skillet until golden brown. Layer each burger: bottom bun, sauce, diced onion, pickles, two cheesy patties, more sauce, then the top bun.
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7
Serve immediately while hot and crispy for the full MrBeast Burger Smash Stack experience.
Personalized Q&A
Q. Does this taste like the real MrBeast Burger Smash Stack?
Absolutely! By using the double-smash technique with 80/20 ground beef and the signature sauce made from mayo, ketchup, mustard, and spices, you get the crispy edges, juicy interior, and addictive flavor the original is famous for. Toasted buns and American cheese finish it off—the taste is eerily close, and many say homemade is even better.
Q. Is it cheaper to make MrBeast Burger Smash Stack at home?
Definitely. Using store-bought ground beef, buns, and basic condiments, you can make four Smash Stacks for less than the cost of two from the restaurant. The ingredient list is grocery-friendly, and you can scale the recipe to save even more per burger.
Q. How does the nutrition compare to the store-bought version?
Each homemade burger is about 640 kcal, with 39g carbs, 38g protein, and 35g fat per serving. This closely matches the restaurant version’s macros and lets you control portion sizes and ingredients. The protein content is high for a burger, thanks to the double beef patties.
Q. Can I swap or adjust any ingredients?
You can use different buns (like gluten-free or whole wheat), try other cheese types, or sub non-dairy mayo if desired. For the beef, sticking with 80/20 is best for that juicy–crispy combo. Don’t skip smashing the patties—this is key to texture!
Q. How should I store any leftover burgers or sauce?
Cooked patties and sauce can be refrigerated separately for up to 2 days. Reheat patties in a hot skillet for best results. Assembled burgers are best eaten fresh, but can be wrapped and refrigerated for a day; the sauce keeps 5–7 days in the fridge.
