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Homemade Burger King Whopper

This copycat Whopper recipe brings the iconic Burger King flavor right to your kitchen — smoky grilled beef, crunchy veggies, and perfect sauce layering included.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American Fast Food
Keyword: Burger King Whopper, Copycat Burger, Homemade Whopper
Yield: 4 sandwiches
Calories: 526kcal

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Materials

Whopper Patty

  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt plus extra for grilling
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Whopper Assembly

  • 4 sesame seed hamburger buns
  • 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 4 tablespoons ketchup
  • 16 dill pickle slices
  • 1/2 white onion sliced into rings
  • 12 tomato slices
  • iceberg lettuce shredded

Instructions

  • Season ground beef with salt and pepper. Form into 4 thin patties, about 1/4-inch thick.
  • Toast hamburger buns cut-side down in a dry skillet or grill until golden. Set aside.
  • Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Cook patties 2–3 minutes per side, sprinkling a bit of salt during cooking.
  • Assemble: Bottom bun → patty → ketchup (3 rings) → pickles → onions → top bun (mayo spread, then lettuce and tomato). Close and serve hot.

Notes

Use liquid smoke for extra grilled flavor if cooking indoors. Dry your vegetables before assembly to avoid soggy buns.