Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (2024)

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In-n-Out Sauce is famous on their burgers and to dip fries into! Now you can make it at home with this perfect copycat in-n-out sauce recipe!

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Making your favorite restaurant sauces at home is so easy, and often times overlooked! I have already shared with you how to make Big Mac Sauce, Zaxby's Sauce, Outback Bloom Sauce and many more! This Copycat In-N-Out Sauce will be a staple topping or dip for Air Fryer Hamburgers, Air Fryer French Fries, or even Air Fryer Asparagus fries! It's delicious and easy, and most of the ingredients you likely have at home!

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As I mentioned, making Copycat In-N-Out Sauce couldn't be easier, and you likely already have all the ingredients at home. Here's how to make it:

How to make Copycat In-N-Out Sauce:

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

  • Get all the ingredients together for in-n-out sauce: Mayonnaise (I like reduced fat), ketchup, yellow mustard, white vinegar, sweet pickle relish, salt, and pepper.
  • Add all the ingredients to a medium bowl and then whisk to combine.
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  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let all the flavors meld together.
  • Serve on your favorite hamburger or dip your fries into this delicious in-n-out sauce!
  • Store sauce up to TWO WEEKS in the fridge in a sealed container.
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Need ideas on how to use this delicious sauce? Here are some great recipes to add or use In-N-Out Sauce:

  • Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
  • Air Fryer Tater Tots (cook from frozen)
  • Air Fryer Hamburgers
  • Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Tenders
  • Air Fryer Hot Dogs
  • Hot Dog Chili Bake
  • Air Fryer Zucchini Fries (no oil)
  • Air Fryer Cheese Fries (2 ingredients)
  • Air Fryer Green Bean Fries (no oil recipe)
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Have you tried the famous In-N-Out Sauce? Even if you have never tried it, now you can make the perfect replica at home to use all the time! It is so delicious and easy!

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Copycat In-N-Out Sauce

In-n-Out Sauce is famous on their burgers and to dip fries into! Now you can make it at home with this perfect copycat in-n-out sauce recipe!

Course:Side Dish

Cuisine:American

Keyword:copycat in-n-out sauce

Servings: 12 Tablespoons (about)

Calories: 32 kcal

Ingredients

  • ½cupmayonnaise(reduced fat or regular)
  • 3TBSketchup
  • 1teaspoonyellow mustard
  • 1teaspoonwhite vinegar
  • 2 ½TBSsweet pickle relish
  • dash of salt
  • dash of black pepper

Instructions

  1. Using a medium bowl, add all the ingredients. Whisk well to combine.

  2. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  3. Serve and enjoy!

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Recipe Notes

Will keep for 2 weeks in a sealed container in the fridge.

Makes about ¾ cups of sauce. Each serving is 1 TBS.

Nutritional information per serving: 32 calories, 2g fat, 4g carbohydrates, 2g sugar (used reduced fat mayo to calculate).

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  1. Jen

    Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (7)
    This is the only sauce my kids use for their fries! So quick and easy to make plus no reason to go out for it anymore. Love it!

    Reply

  2. Jessica Burgess

    Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (8)
    YESSSS! I have been craving this since we moved and no longer have an In-N-Out, and this totally worked and conquered my craving!! Thank you!

    Reply

  3. Erin

    Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (9)
    This is such an amazing flavor combo!!

    Reply

  4. katerina @ diethood.com

    Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (10)
    I love this flavor combo! Its incredibly delicious!

    Reply

  5. Beti | easyweeknightrecipes

    Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (11)
    Yes, please! This looks incredibly delicious! I can't wait to try it!

    Reply

  6. Catalina

    Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (12)
    It's a sauce that I must make at home. It sounds so delicious.

    Reply

  7. Toni

    Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (13)
    This is really perfect!! It is so easy to make, too!

    Reply

    • Savannah Sbaiti

      Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (14)
      Perfect. My family devoured this sauce over cheesy tater tots!!!

      Reply

  8. Minda

    Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (15)
    This is the right recipe the others are missing the mustard. Appreciate the recipe.

    Reply

    • Allyson

      It is SO good!

      Reply

  9. Rocio

    Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (16)
    This is the best one I’ve tried. Thank you! I used to try a recipe with sugar and it ruins it.

    Reply

    • Allyson

      I am so happy you like it!

      Reply

  10. Sherri

    Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (17)
    It was slightly off. Felt like something was missing. Added a dash of Worcestershire and it’s just like the real stuff!!

    Reply

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Copycat In-n-Out Sauce (Easy Recipe) (2024)

FAQs

What is the In-N-Out sauce made of? ›

Spread 'em: Mastering the Special Sauce

I never understood why In-N-Out refers to their sauce as "Spread." Maybe they're just a little too cool for school. In any case, all it is is a basic Thousand Island-style dressing: a mixture of ketchup, mayonnaise, and sweet pickle relish.

Is In-N-Out spread just Thousand Island? ›

It's often mistaken (by the naked eye) for Thousand Island dressing, but this spread has its own distinct flavor. You can learn how to make In-N-Out sauce, which means it's possible to make copycat In-N-Out burgers at home, with a side of Animal Style fries.

What's the difference between Big Mac sauce and In-N-Out sauce? ›

A closer look at the ingredient list shows one significant difference between the two: while McDonald's, like In-N-Out, includes sweet pickle relish and mayonnaise in their secret sauce, McDonald's doesn't include ketchup or any tomato products at all.

What is Big Mac sauce made of? ›

What is Big Mac sauce? Also known as the 'Secret Sauce,' McDonald's Big Mac sauce consists of mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, and Thousand Island dressing. This sauce is the signature sweet and tangy element in the iconic Big Mac Burgers. It's actually one of the easiest sauces to make at home!

What are the ingredients in the In-N-Out spread? ›

Get all the ingredients together for in-n-out sauce: Mayonnaise (I like reduced fat), ketchup, yellow mustard, white vinegar, sweet pickle relish, salt, and pepper. Add all the ingredients to a medium bowl and then whisk to combine.

What oils does In-N-Out use? ›

At In-N-Out, french fries come from the finest, freshest potatoes. They're shipped right from the farm, individually cut in our stores, and then cooked in 100% sunflower oil. Our shakes are just as genuine — made with real ice cream.

Is 1000 island like Big Mac sauce? ›

The answer is no… but they are similar. Both of the condiments have a creamy consistency and include pickle relish. But, McDonald's Big Mac Sauce includes vinegar and has a bit more pickle relish in it than Thousand Island dressing.

Is Thousand Island just ketchup, mayo, and relish? ›

Thousand Island dressing is an American salad dressing and condiment based on mayonnaise and usually ketchup or tomato purée and chopped pickles; it can also include lemon juice, orange juice, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, vinegar, cream, chili sauce, olive oil, and Tabasco sauce.

What two states is in and out burger expanding to? ›

In-N-Out Burger will also open its first location in New Mexico with a restaurant coming to Albuquerque in 2027. In the meantime, there will be three new locations opening soon in California, two in Texas and one in Idaho.

What cheese does In-N-Out use? ›

In-N-Out At Home. Known for its juicy burgers, melty American Cheese, and grilled onions and fresh onions, lettuce, tomatoes and the most delicious burger sauce.

Why doesn't In and Out have mayo? ›

75 years and they've never made a huge change to the menu like that. Adding mayo as an option would necessitate sourcing a bulk supplier, retooling the whole board layout to accommodate an additional container, retraining everyone's muscle memory to accommodate the change, etc.

Will McDonald's give you a side of Big Mac sauce? ›

Whether you're a longtime fan of the iconic Big Mac sandwich or curious to taste its signature sauce, Big Mac sauce is now available à la carte at McDonald's. Customers can order a dipping cup of the special sauce for 50 cents to accompany french fries or nuggets, but don't expect to ask for it at counter.

What sauce is closest to Big Mac sauce? ›

The chef revealed that Walmart's Great Value Secret Sauce will deliver the most accurate version of Big Mac sauce outside of a McDonald's.

Can you order Big Mac sauce by itself? ›

On April 19, McDonald's announced that its Big Mac sauce — also known as “special sauce” like in the famous jingle — will finally be available as its own item, in dip cups. The news comes shortly after the chain announced “small but tasty improvements” to its burger recipe.

Can you get just Big Mac sauce? ›

So if the house condiment on McDonald's Big Mac is your favorite part, then the fast food chain is offering something right up your alley. Starting April 27, Big Mac sauce is available in sauce cups (think the barbecue, sweet and sour, or honey mustard containers that come with your McNuggets).

Is burger sauce Thousand Island? ›

Is burger sauce the same as Thousand Island? The two share a lot of similarities in ingredients and color, but they're not exactly the same. Burger sauce really just a mix of condiments like mayo, mustard, ketchup, and relish with a few extra flavorings thrown in. Thousand Island is a bit more complicated.

What is sauce made from meat juices? ›

Pan sauces and gravies are delicious concoctions that use the pan drippings from roasted meats to make a silky sauce that can accompany the meat. It's usually, and delectably, poured on top of side dishes like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

What are the ingredients in the In-N-Out burger? ›

Bun, 100% beef patty, lettuce, tomato, spread, 1 slice of American cheese, with or without onions. Bun, 2 100% beef patties, lettuce, tomato, spread, 2 slices of American cheese, with or without onions.

What is the yellow sauce in burgers called? ›

Yellow mustard – I'm talking the garish yellow stuff, sometimes labelled “American mustard”. (Caution: Don't accidentally use the other bright yellow mustard, Hot English Mustard, which is spicy!) Creamy burger sauce (this recipe) – A mayonnaise-based savoury burger sauce, usually with little bits of gherkins in it.

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