A W Papa Burger

Satisfy your craving for classic fast-food flavor with this mouthwatering A&W Papa Burger recipe, a true homage to the iconic favorite. Featuring two juicy, perfectly seasoned beef patties topped with melty cheddar cheese, this burger is layered with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato slices, and tangy dill pickle chips for a bite full of texture and flavor. The secret to its irresistible taste lies in the homemade Papa Sauce—a creamy, zesty blend of mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, mustard, and finely chopped onion—that ties all the elements together. Nestled between golden-toasted sesame seed buns, this double-decker burger is a quick, satisfying meal you can whip up in just 25 minutes. Perfect for cookouts, weeknight dinners, or indulging in nostalgic comfort food, this A&W-inspired creation pairs beautifully with crispy fries or onion rings for the ultimate diner experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 0.5 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 slices cheddar cheese slices
• 1 bun sesame seed hamburger buns
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 1 teaspoon sweet pickle relish
• 0.5 teaspoon mustard
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
• 2 leaves lettuce leaves
• 2 slices tomato slices
• 4 slices dill pickle chips

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and black pepper, mixing gently to evenly distribute the seasoning. Divide the meat into two equal portions and form into thin patties slightly larger than the bun size to allow for shrinkage during cooking.

Step 2

Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Once hot, cook the patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness. Add a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty in the last minute of cooking to melt.

Step 3

While the patties are cooking, prepare the Papa Sauce by mixing mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, mustard, and finely chopped onion in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 4

Toast the hamburger bun halves on the skillet or griddle until golden brown, about 1 minute.

Step 5

To assemble the burger, spread a generous amount of Papa Sauce on the bottom bun. Place one lettuce leaf, a tomato slice, and two pickle chips on top.

Step 6

Add the first cheeseburger patty on top of the bottom bun and toppings. Layer the second cheeseburger patty directly above it.

Step 7

Place the remaining slice of tomato, lettuce, and pickle chips on top of the second patty. Spread more Papa Sauce on the inside of the top bun, then place the top bun over the burger to complete assembly.

Step 8

Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as fries or onion rings, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	497 grams (497.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1416

Total Fat 103.20g	132%
Saturated Fat 36.90g	185%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 240mg	80%
Sodium 2492mg	108%
Total Carbohydrate 63.60g	23%
Dietary Fiber 3.60g	13%
Total Sugars 10.70g
Protein 60.80g	122%

Vitamin D 14IU	70%
Calcium 523mg	40%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 747mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.1%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 17.8%