This breakfast sauce McDonald's recipe is a easy to make copycat recipe requiring just 6 simple ingredients. This homemade sauce brings the delicious flavors of the creamy breakfast sauce found on McDonald's bagel sandwiches into your kitchen while skipping the drive through line. I am going to teach you how to make your own version of McDonald breakfast bagel sauce including all steps, ingredients and even some substitutions.
This easy McDonald's breakfast sauce recipe is a great way to add extra creamy flavor to your breakfast menu by adding this delicious sauce to your favorite breakfast sandwiches. It is great to add to sandwiches when making them for a grab and go breakfast or add as a sauce when making breakfast for dinner. This can also be a great sauce to add to chicken sandwiches that you might be making as an easy weeknight dinner or to use as a dipping sauce for chicken tenders or french fries.
This versatile sauce was inspired by my Copycat McDonald's Honey Mustard recipe on this site, and pairs well with this Bacon Egg and Cheese Bagel Sandwich recipe.
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Ingredients
This famous breakfast sauce uses a combination of mayonnaise base and mustard base. These ingredients give the sauce its signature creamy texture. Steak sauce is added for a smoky element and savory flavor. Fresh lemon juice is squeezed into the sauce for a touch of acidity. The sauce is finished off with dried dill weed and salt and pepper for seasoning.
- mayonnaise
- yellow mustard
- lemon
- steak sauce
- dried dill weed
- salt
- pepper
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, yellow mustard and steak sauce. Squeeze fresh lemon. Mix well.
- Step 2: Add dried dill weed, salt and pepper.
- Step 3: Mix sauce until combined.
- Step 4: Serve sauce immediately or save for later.
Hint: If your sauce feels too heavy or thick, thin it out with a small splash of water or extra lemon juice, whisking gently to maintain creaminess without losing flavor.
Substitutions
- Mayonnaise - use sour cream or greek yogurt
- Dried Dill Weed - use fresh dill or fresh herbs instead of dried dill
- Dairy Free - use a vegan mayonnaise
- Lemon - instead of juicing a fresh lemon, use 1 tablespoon of lemon juice bought at the grocery store
Variations
- Spicy - add chili pepper flakes or hot sauce to make a spicy version of this sauce
- McDonald's Honey Mustard - make a copycat McDonald's honey mustard sauce for another McDonald's copycat recipe
- Big Mac Sauce - make Big Mac sauce for another popular McDonald's copycat sauce option
See this Copycat McDonald's Honey Mustard recipe on my website!
What does this breakfast sauce pair well on?
This breakfast sauce goes well on breakfast burritos, bagel breakfast sandwiches, hash browns or any other of your favorite breakfast items. This McDonalds breakfast sauce is one of the fast food favorites due to its distinct flavor and versatility and its ability to pair well with the breakfast favorites on McDonald's menu.
Equipment
To make this recipe, you will need a small mixing bowl or mason jar to mix the sauce in. Measuring cups and measuring spoons are also needed. Equipment to make sauce can typically be found in any kitchen, no special equipment is needed to make this popular menu item.
How to Store Breakfast Sauce Mcdonalds Recipe
Store the leftover sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
These ingredients don't stand up well to freezing.
Top Tip
Ensure thorough whisking and that all ingredients are fresh. If separation occurs, stir vigorously before using, and consider adding a small pinch of sugar or mustard powder to help emulsify for best results. Making sure your sauce is a good consistency is vital in making sure this sauce adds flavor and texture to your favorite breakfast item.
FAQ
Yes, preparing the sauce a few hours or even a day ahead allows the flavors to deepen beautifully, enhancing its overall taste.
Yes, all the basic ingredients in this recipe are naturally gluten-free, but always check labels to confirm, especially on steak sauce varieties.
Yes, this sauce scales well, so feel free to make larger batches for parties or busy mornings.
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Pairing
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📖 Recipe
Easy Copycat McDonald's Breakfast Sauce Recipe
Equipment
- 1 small bowl or mason jar
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoon yellow mustard
- ½ lemon juiced
- 1 tablespoon steak sauce
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, yellow mustard and steak sauce. Squeeze fresh lemon. Mix well.
- Add dried dill weed, salt and pepper.
- Mix sauce until combined.
- Serve sauce immediately or save for later.
Notes
- save leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- ingredients do not stand up well to freezing.
Nutrition
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