Sonic's Big Dill Smash Burger
Sonic's Big Dill Smash Burger
Malcom Reed
Sonic Copycat - The Big Dill Double Smash Burger
Juicy, crispy-edged smash burgers loaded with fried pickles, fresh dill flavor, and a tangy Dilly Ranch Mayo—this one brings the drive-thru home.
If you like a good smash burger and you love pickles, this one’s for you. I tried the Sonic Big Dill Burger and thought it was good... but homemade would be better. So I built my own version—double patties, crispy fried pickles, thick-cut dills, and a ranchy mayo that brings all the tang. Fire up the griddle, this one’s worth the mess.
Ingredients
For the Smash Burgers:
- 2 lbs 80/20 ground beef (roll into 3oz balls)
- Killer Hogs Steak Rub (or your favorite burger seasoning)
- Slices of American cheese
- Grilling oil
- Hamburger buns
- Shredded lettuce
- Thick-cut dill pickles (we used Grillo’s Classic Dill Pickle Chips)
- Fried pickle chips (we used Fresh Gourmet Crispy Dillies)
For the Dilly Ranch Mayo:
- 1 cup Blue Plate mayo
- 3 tsp Ranch seasoning (about ½ a packet)
- 1–2 tsp fresh chopped dill
- 2 Tbsp dill pickle juice (from the pickle chip jar)
Directions
Make the Dilly Ranch Mayo
Mix mayo, Ranch seasoning, fresh dill, and pickle juice in a small bowl.
Stir until smooth and let chill in the fridge for a few hours to let the flavors come together.
Prep the Beef
Form the ground beef into 3oz balls. Don’t pack them tight—keep them loose for a better smash.
Smash and Sear
Heat a flat-top griddle or cast iron over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface.
Place the beef balls on the hot griddle and let them sit for about 1 minute—just long enough to form a light crust.
Flip the balls over and smash them hard with a spatula or burger press.
Season with Killer Hogs Steak Rub.
Cook for 2–3 minutes, then flip again.
Season the other side, add a slice of American cheese, and cook for another 1–2 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
Build the Stack
Stack two patties for each burger.
Toast the Buns
Place your buns cut-side-down on the griddle for about 30 seconds until toasted and golden.
Assemble the Burger
Bottom bun → double smash patties
Top with fried pickle chips
Add shredded lettuce and thick-cut pickles
Spread Dilly Ranch Mayo on the top bun
Close it up and serve
1 comment
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