5 McDonald's Copycat Recipes

Skip the drive-thru, and dig into these homemade McDonald's recipes.

By: Kristin Anderson, Editor, RecipeLion.com

You might have fond memories of going to McDonald's as a kid. In middle school, my mom would sometimes take my brother and me to get vanilla ice cream at McDonald's after track practice. It was such a nice treat!

Or maybe you don't need fond memories of McDonald's because you still enjoy going there. That's great, too! Either way, I think you'll be excited to see our delicious list of McDonald's copycat recipes. Whether you've had these fast food favorites recently, or want a blast from the past, there's something to love on this list.

One of the best things about making restaurant recipes at home is that you can control the ingredients. Wish the fried apple pies had a little more cinnamon flavor? Add more spice! It's totally up to you. Another cool thing is that you can make these items all year long. Sometimes you just need a Shamrock Shake in July (we understand). We can help with that.

Enjoy these McDonald's copycat recipes!

Easy Fried Apple Pies

These fried apple pies have long been a McDonald's favorite. This homemade version is so easy to make that you won't even think about heading out to the restaurant. You don't have to make your own dough (so don't stress about that). You're only a few minutes away from delicious fried apple pies. Be careful, though. They're hot!

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Slow Cooker McRib Sandwiches

This might be one of the most famous McDonald's recipes, and we think that's for good reason! This rich, saucy homemade McRib is guaranteed to satisfy any craving. You can make it in the slow cooker for the ultimate convenience. But, be warned: it will make your house smell amazing!

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Copycat Shamrock Shake Recipe

This recipe is definitely one that we start to crave every spring. It's a March classic! With our recipe, it couldn't be easier to make a homemade version. All you need is your favorite vanilla ice cream, a few easy-to-find ingredients, and some whipped cream for topping. You'll be feeling lucky in no time!

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McDonald's Copycat Big Mac Sauce

If you're a fan of the McDonald's Big Mac, then you know what really sets it apart from other fast food burgers. It's the special sauce! This Big Mac sauce recipe can transform your regular cheeseburger into a restaurant classic. You'll be surprised by how much it tastes like the real thing (and by how easy it is to make!).

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Homemade McDonald's Hot Mustard

This is one of our newer McDonald's copycat recipes. But it's also one of our favorites! This yummy hot mustard recipe is delicious with a plate of hot, crispy fries (why not try it with these air fryer French fries?). You'll wonder why you ever bothered with plain ketchup, when you could make this tasty sauce!

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