Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of a classic burger with this easy-to-make Copycat Burger King Whopper recipe. Perfect for family gatherings, summer barbecues, or a weeknight dinner, this iconic burger features a juicy beef patty layered with fresh toppings like crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and tangy pickles. By making it at home, you can customize the ingredients to suit your taste preferences. With simple steps and readily available ingredients, you’re just minutes away from a delicious homemade Whopper that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chuck
- 1/2 teaspoon salt + extra (divided use)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Butter (for toasting buns)
- 4 sesame seed hamburger buns
- 16 dill pickle slices
- 1/2 white onion (sliced into rings)
- 12 tomato slices
- 4 tablespoons ketchup
- Lettuce (to taste)
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
Instructions
- Prepare the Patties: In a mixing bowl, season ground chuck with salt and pepper. Form into equal-sized patties.
- Toast the Buns: Spread butter on the cut sides of each bun and toast in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
- Cook the Patties: Preheat grill to medium-high. Cook each patty for 2 to 3 minutes per side, seasoning with a pinch of salt while cooking.
- Assemble Your Whopper: Layer the cooked patty on the bottom bun, followed by pickles, onions, tomatoes, ketchup, and lettuce. Spread mayonnaise on top bun and place it over the assembled burger.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg