In-N-Out Double-Double Animal-Style Burger Copycat
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Today’s cooking mission transports us to burger heaven! Let’s unveil the secrets of the iconic Double-Double Animal-Style Burger.

Picture this: a tower of beefy patties drowned in a special sauce, adorned with melted cheese, caramelized onions, pickles, tomatoes, and lettuce. It’s a symphony of flavors that will make your taste buds jump for joy!
Creating this masterpiece requires a few simple steps. First, whip up a tangy sauce by combining mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle relish, sugar, and vinegar. While the sauce gets cozy in the fridge, let’s tackle those caramelized onions.
In a sizzling skillet, sauté finely chopped onions with butter and oil until they turn a beautiful golden brown. The key is to be patient and let them caramelize slowly, creating a sweet and slightly crispy treat.
Now, let’s shape our ground beef into perfect patties. Season them generously with pepper and salt, then grill them to perfection. As the patties sizzle, spread mustard over the top of each one.
Once grilled, top each patty with a slice of cheese and a generous dollop of those caramelized onions. Let it all melt together under a lid, creating a cheesy, gooey heaven.
Now comes the assembly! Toast the burger buns, spread the tangy sauce on the bottom buns, and layer on the pickles, tomatoes, lettuce, and the double-patty goodness. Top it off with the remaining bun, and prepare yourself for a taste explosion.
There you have it, folks! Your very own Double-Double Animal-Style Burger, ready to satisfy your deepest cravings. So go forth, grill up a storm, and let the flavors dance on your tongue.
Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 2 large onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 4 slices cheese
- 4 burger buns
- Pickles, to taste
- Tomatoes, to taste
- Lettuce, to taste
- Mustard, to taste
Instructions
- 1. Whip up a tangy sauce by combining mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle relish, sugar, and vinegar. Refrigerate while preparing other ingredients.
- 2. In a skillet, sauté finely chopped onions with butter and oil until golden brown.
- 3. Shape ground beef into patties and season with pepper and salt. Grill the patties, spreading mustard on top while cooking.
- 4. Once grilled, top each patty with a slice of cheese and caramelized onions, allowing them to melt together under a lid.
- 5. Toast the burger buns and spread the tangy sauce on the bottom buns.
- 6. Layer pickles, tomatoes, lettuce, and the double-patty with cheese and onions. Top with the remaining bun.
0 Comment