Concept & Flavor Profile
“Big Mac French Toast” is a hybrid dish: you take the iconic elements of a Big Mac — beef patties, American cheese, Big Mac sauce, onions, bacon, pickles — and sandwich them between slices of French toast (instead of burger buns). The result is a sweet‑savory, breakfast‑meets‑burger mashup. The toast is not heavily sweet (unlike dessert French toast) — it’s meant to carry savory fillings.
In some versions, garlic / savory seasoning is added to the egg mixture.
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Others lean more neutral (no vanilla, less sugar).
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You’ll see both directions in the following.
Because of all the layers, the recipe is multi‑step: you prepare the patties, the toast, the sauce, bacon, onions, and assemble last.
Ingredient List (for ~2–4 servings, hearty version)
Here’s a full set of ingredients. Adjust up/down for more people.
Burger / Savory Components
~ ⅔ lb (≈ 300 g) ground beef (lean to medium)
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Salt & freshly ground black pepper
4 slices bacon
½ medium onion, thinly sliced
2 slices American cheese (or more, one per sandwich)
Pickle slices (optional)
Big Mac sauce (or homemade “special sauce”) (explained later)
French Toast / Toasting Components
4 slices thick‑cut bread (hearty bread that can hold fillings)
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4 large eggs
½ cup milk
½ cup heavy whipping cream (optional, for richness)
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½ teaspoon garlic powder (for savory note)
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Salt & pepper
Butter or oil for frying
Olive oil for cooking meats / onions
Optional / Garnish
Sesame seeds (for top toast)
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Extra cheese slice
Lettuce (shredded)
Tomato slices
Extra sauce
Serving side (fries, salad)
Equipment & Prep Notes
You’ll need:
Skillet(s) or frying pans (one for patties / bacon, one for toast)
Bowls for egg mixture
Whisk
Spatula, tongs
Knife & cutting board
Foil or warming tray to keep components warm
Measuring cups & spoons
Prep tips:
Slice the onion ahead
Cook bacon first; drain on paper towels
Mix egg + milk + cream + seasonings before starting to fry bread
Use thick bread so it doesn’t collapse under weight
Preheat your pans so things sear nicely
Have the sauce ready before assembly
Step‑by‑Step Instructions (Detailed)
Below is a comprehensive process, with tips and notes.
1. Form and cook the beef patties
Season ground beef with salt & pepper (don’t overwork).
Divide into 2 (or more) patties matching the size of your bread slices. Press a shallow indentation in center (optional) to help cooking evenly.
Heat a skillet over medium‑high, add a bit of olive oil.
Cook patties ~3–4 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until browned and cooked through (or to your desired doneness). Remove and tent to keep warm.
Optionally, after flipping final side, place a slice of American cheese over each patty to melt.
2. Cook bacon and onions
In same skillet (or another), fry the bacon until crisp. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the onion slices (in bacon fat or a bit more oil) until soft and lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
3. Prepare the egg mixture for toast
In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs + milk + heavy cream (if using) + garlic powder + salt + pepper. This is your “batter” for the French toast.
Let the mixture rest a minute so flavors meld.
4. Cook the French toast slices
Heat a pan/skillet over medium heat and melt a little butter or use oil.
Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture, both sides (don’t soak too long or it’ll fall apart).
Place in skillet and cook ~2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
As you cook, you might top one of the slices with sesame seeds to mimic the Big Mac bun look.
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Keep cooked toast warm (in oven on low, or covered) as you finish all slices.
5. Prepare Big Mac sauce (optional but elevates it)
You can use store-bought or make a clone. A basic “special sauce” is:
Mayonnaise + ketchup (or French dressing) + sweet pickle relish + onion + vinegar + sugar + salt. (Many share versions online).
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Mix well, chill. This sauce gives the “Big Mac” punch.
6. Assemble the Big Mac French Toast
Take one slice of French toast → spread a thin layer of Big Mac sauce (optional).
Add beef patty (with melted cheese if applied), then bacon, sautéed onions, pickle slices, shredded lettuce, etc.
Top with a second slice of French toast.
Repeat for next sandwich.
Optionally press them slightly for compactness.
7. (Optional) Final crisp or toast
If you want extra crispness, you can place the assembled sandwich in a hot skillet (butter / oil) and sear each side briefly to firm and bind everything.
Or finish under a broiler or in a grill pan for 1 minute per side to get a bit of crunch.
Timing & Workflow
Here’s a guide to coordinate steps so everything finishes hot and fresh.
Step Time Estimate
Prep ingredients (onion, bacon, sauce prep) 10 min
Cook patties ~6–8 min
Cook bacon & onions ~4–6 min (parallel or serial)
Mix egg + milk ~2 min
Cook French toast slices ~8–10 min
Assemble sandwiches ~5 min
Optional crisp finish ~2 min
Total active time ~35–45 min
You can overlap tasks: cook bacon while patties cook, prep sauce while toast cooking, etc.
Tips, Variations & Troubleshooting
Tips for best result
Use firm, thick bread so it supports the fillings.
Don’t oversoak bread or it gets soggy.
Cook over moderate heat so the toast browns without burning and the interior warms through.
Keep cooked components warm in a low oven or tent with foil.
Use a good melting American cheese or processed cheese for that classic feel.
Crisp the top toast slightly at the end to help hold the stack together.
Variations & twists
Use thicker buns / brioche for more richness
Use turkey or chicken patties instead of beef
Add fried egg on top for extra breakfast twist
Use smoky bacon, caramelized onions, or extra pickles
Change cheese: Swiss, cheddar, smoked cheese
Make it open‑faced (one slice of toast, all fillings atop)
Serve with side of fries or potato wedges
Skip sauce, or substitute hot sauce, aioli, or sriracha mayo
Add extra crunch: lettuce, crispy onions
Troubleshooting common issues
Problem Likely Cause Fix / Prevention
Bread collapses / soggy sandwich Over‑soaked egg mixture, too much filling Dip briefly, don’t soak; distribute fillings evenly; press gently
Toast browning too fast but interior cold Heat too high Use moderate heat, cook slower
Sandwich falls apart No binding, loose layers Use sauce / cheese as binder, press sandwich, crisp final finish
Sauce overwhelms flavors Too much sauce Use minimal sauce, taste test sauce before using
Meat / fillings cold inside Assembly slow, not heated Keep patties and toast warm, assemble fast
Full Consolidated / Printable Version: Big Mac French Toast
Serves: ~2 sandwiches (4 slices)
Time: ~35–45 minutes
Ingredients
~⅔ lb (≈ 300 g) ground beef
Salt & pepper
4 slices bacon
½ onion, thinly sliced
2 slices American cheese (or one per patty)
Pickle slices (optional)
Sesame seeds (optional)
4 slices thick bread
4 large eggs
½ cup milk
½ cup heavy whipping cream
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt & pepper
Butter or oil for frying
Olive oil (for meat / onions)
Big Mac sauce (mayonnaise + ketchup + relish + onion + vinegar + sugar etc.)
Instructions
Form and cook patties: Season ground beef, form into patties, cook in hot skillet ~3–4 min per side. Optional: top with cheese in last minute to melt.
Cook bacon & onions: In same or another skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Sauté onions in fat until soft and golden. Set both aside.
Make egg batter: Whisk eggs + milk + heavy cream + garlic powder + salt + pepper in a shallow bowl.
Cook French toast: Dip bread slices (both sides) into egg batter, cook in buttered skillet ~2–3 min per side until golden and crisp. Optionally top one slice with sesame seeds.
Prepare sauce: Mix mayonnaise + ketchup + relish + finely diced onion + minor vinegar + sugar + salt. Chill.
Assemble: Spread sauce on one slice of French toast, layer patty (with cheese), bacon, onions, pickle, lettuce (if using), then top with second slice of French toast. Press gently.
Optional crisp finish: Sear assembled sandwich briefly or toast in pan or grill for 1 min per side to firm and bind.
Serve immediately while warm with optional sides.
If you like, I can send you a lighter / lower-fat Big Mac French Toast variant, or a printable recipe card, or a version adapted to ingredients you have (in Morocco). Do you want me to send one of those?
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