I can’t eat a burger without my favorite burger sauce on top! It’s sweet, spicy, and tangy—the best of all worlds! A simple mixture of mayo, Dijon, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire, and a couple of spices creates the most delicious flavor, and it couldn’t be easier to make. I love to use this special burger sauce on just about any sandwich. It’s that good!

A small jar filled with homemade burger sauce, with a spoon sticking out of it.

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“We used this sauce for our burgers on the fourth and we were obsessed!! Best sauce ever!! Thanks so much!!” – Chelsea

Easy Burger Sauce Recipe

What I love best about this burger sauce recipe is how incredibly easy it is to make. In just 5 minutes, I can gather everything from the pantry and fridge—basic staples like mayo, ketchup, mustard, and a few seasonings—and mix it all together into something totally delicious. I almost always have all the ingredients on hand, which means I never have to go without my favorite sauce. It’s creamy, tangy, and just the right amount of sweet and smoky—perfect for burgers, sandwiches, fries, and even dipping veggies. Once you make it, you’ll want to keep a jar in the fridge at all times like I do!

Tips for Beginners

  • If using a barbecue sauce with a little less kick, add another ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon white vinegar, and ½ teaspoon chili powder for more bite.
  • For more texture and a tangy taste, add pickle relish.
  • Mix in hot sauce or sriracha if you really like it spicy.
  • Use plain Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter sauce.
Recipe Card

Burger Sauce Recipe

4.71 from 103 votes
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 0 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
Servings: 16 tablespoons
Author: Becky Hardin
burger sauce in a cup with a spoon and burgers beside it
The best burger sauce is creamy, sweet, and spicy, easy to make with a few ingredients, and tasty with any burger, sandwich, or fries!
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Ingredients 

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 4 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 6 tbsp BBQ sauce Blue’s Hog Original recommended
  • 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper

Instructions 

  • Whisk all ingredients together in a medium bowl.
    ½ cup mayonnaise, 4 tsp Dijon mustard, 6 tbsp BBQ sauce, 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, ¼ tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp ground black pepper, ½ tsp crushed red pepper
Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 57kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 149mgPotassium: 16mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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How to Make Burger Sauce Step by Step

Combining the ingredients for burger sauce in a glass bowl.

Combine the ingredients: Whisk ½ cup mayonnaise, 4 tsp Dijon mustard, 6 tbsp BBQ sauce, 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, 1 tsp ground black pepper, and ½ tsp crushed red pepper in a bowl.

Burger sauce in a jar with a spoon and burgers beside it.

Store: Transfer the sauce to a storage container and enjoy with your favorite burger.

How to Store

Store homemade burger sauce in an airtight container, and keep it in the refrigerator up to 2 months.

Front view of a cheeseburger, with a jar of sauce off to the side.

Serving Suggestions

I like to make a larger batch so I have it on hand through all of grilling season! I especially love to smear this sauce over a smash burger or a juicy lucy burger. It also tastes great on club sandwiches, too.

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Holly
Holly
July 22, 2023 8:32 am

Which air tight jars did you use for this sauce and what is their size? Can’t wait to make this sauce! Thanks so much.

Samantha Marceau
July 24, 2023 9:04 am
Reply to  Holly

We used Weck Tulip Jelly Jars! Hope this helps!

Dave S
Dave S
June 19, 2023 11:13 am

Have you ever seen a burger sauce where Taco sauce or Enchilada sauce is used?4 stars

Samantha Marceau
June 19, 2023 12:03 pm
Reply to  Dave S

We have not!

Sallie
Sallie
May 17, 2023 6:44 pm

Do you add this while burger is on the grill or after on the bun?
Never mind, I just watched the video 🤦🏼‍♀️

Last edited 2 years ago by Sallie
Darrin
Darrin
December 3, 2022 5:13 am

Did you use Miracle Whip or Hellman’s?

Samantha Marceau
December 5, 2022 9:19 am
Reply to  Darrin

We used regular, plain mayonnaise. You can use whichever you like, though!

Yang, D-H
Yang, D-H
February 16, 2022 11:56 pm

Can I use the barbecue sauce that is sold anything on the market?5 stars

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
February 28, 2022 9:43 am
Reply to  Yang, D-H

Yes, you can!

Khushnood aamir
Khushnood aamir
July 30, 2021 3:26 am

I love the recipe5 stars

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Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
August 4, 2021 3:20 pm

Thanks for sharing!

Chelsea
Chelsea
July 5, 2019 12:14 pm

We used this sauce for our burgers on the fourth and we were obsessed!! Best sauce ever!! Thanks so much!!5 stars

Kristyn
Kristyn
July 5, 2019 11:01 am

Love a little sweet & spicy! This sounds so good. I like adding a sauce to burgers. Makes them so much juicier & so tasty!5 stars

Laura
Laura
July 5, 2019 9:40 am

Delicious- we loved it!5 stars

Toni
Toni
July 5, 2019 9:17 am

This burger sauce was amazing! A new staple at my kitchen!5 stars