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    Home » Recipes » Main Dishes » Big Mac Casserole

    Big Mac Casserole

    Published: Mar 31, 2023 by Lucy · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Big Mac casserole, topped with burger sauce and served on a bed on lettuce.

    Big Mac Casserole tastes just like your favourite McDonalds burger... but a low carb, oven-baked, family dinner version!

    Made with beef mince, onion, pickles and cheese, served on top of crunchy lettuce with a creamy Big Mac style sauce poured over the top!

    Have it on the table in just 35 minutes...

    A low carb beef casserole with cheese, lettuce and burger sauce.

    If you're looking for a quick and easy family dinner that's also low carb and full of flavour, then this is the beef casserole for you!

    It tastes just like everyone's favourite Big Mac burger.... but without the carbs or bun!

    Perfect for Friday night 'fake-away' or as a quick 'prep and bake' midweek dinner.

    Why You're Going To Love This Recipe

    When it comes to delicious and easy family dinners, this Big Mac Casserole ticks ALL the boxes!

    • All the flavours of a Big Mac burger... but healthier! Baked like a casserole, but tastes like a Big Mac - dinner winner! Plus you know exactly what's going into it (no sneaky additives!)
    • On the table in just 35 minutes - prep the dish in 15 minutes and then bake it for 20 minutes.
    • Keto friendly - this low carb version of a McDonalds Big Mac burger is perfect for those following a keto or low carb diet.
    • Kid-friendly - the kids will absolutely LOVE the tasty flavours of this dish.
    • Full of BIG flavours - sweet, salty, creamy and crunchy. This McDonalds burger inspired casserole is absolutely delicious.
    • Freezer-friendly - make ahead of time and freeze for a quick and easy reheated dinner (or freeze any leftovers!)
    A spoon lifting a cheesy beef bake out of a dish.

    What You Need

    This low carb Big Mac casserole is packed FULL of delicious flavours:

    Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.

    For The Casserole

    The ingredients for a Big Mac casserole.
    • Beef mince - also known as ground beef.
    • Onion - use either a regular brown or white onion (you only need ¼ of it).
    • Cream cheese - you can use either regular Philly cream cheese or spreadable cream cheese.
    • Grated cheese - I recommend using cheddar or tasty cheese. I prefer to freshly grate my own however you can also use store bought grated cheese.
    • Dill cucumbers - also known as pickles or gherkins.
    • Eggs - I recommend using large eggs (approximately 60g each).
    • Cream - use cooking cream, light cream or regular heavy pouring cream (thickened cream).

    For The Big Mac Style Sauce

    The ingredients for burger sauce.
    • Mayonnaise - I find that whole egg mayo is best for this recipe. However, you can use light or regular mayonnaise if that's what you have on hand.
    • Sweet pickle relish - or any pickle relish such as sweet mustard pickles.
    • Mustard - use a yellow American mustard (not dijon).
    • Spices - garlic powder, onion powder and paprika combine to make the perfect Big Mac sauce flavour combo!
    • White vinegar - regular white vinegar or white wine vinegar can be used.
    • Salt & pepper - just a pinch to season!

    Equipment Required

    To make this keto Big Mac Casserole, you'll need:

    • Frying pan and stove-top;
    • 18cm x 28cm (7 x 11 inch) baking dish;
    • Oven.

    Step By Step Instructions

    It takes just 15 minutes and a few basic steps to prepare this family friendly beef casserole.

    Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.

    Step 1 - Prepare The Beef Base

    In a large frying pan, brown the beef mince and then add the onion and cook until softened.

    Stir through the cream cheese, ⅓ cup of the grated cheddar cheese and season with salt and pepper.

    Stir until creamy and then spoon into the prepared baking dish.

    Cream cheese and grated cheese on top of beef mince in a pan.

    Step 2 - Assemble The Casserole Layers

    Add a layer of sliced dill cucumbers (also known as pickles or gherkins).

    Sliced dill pickles on top of browned beef mince.

    Whisk together the eggs and cream and pour over the pickles.

    Sprinkle over the remaining grated cheese and bake for 20 minutes or until the casserole has cooked through well and the cheese is golden on top.

    Sliced pickles covered in grated cheese.

    Step 3 - Make The Big Mac Sauce

    Place all of the sauce ingredients into a small bowl and whisk together with a spoon.

    The ingredients for homemade burger sauce in a bowl.

    Store the sauce in the fridge until ready to serve the casserole, then drizzle over the top, or let everyone help themselves to the burger sauce.

    A homemade thousand island style dressing in a bowl.

    Serving Suggestions

    I like to keep this casserole low-carb by serving it in a bowl with chopped lettuce (just like in a Big Mac burger!) and with the sauce drizzled over the top.

    Some other serving suggestions include:

    • Burger style - simply layer lettuce, a scoop of the casserole and the Big Mac sauce in between two burger bun halves.
    • McDonalds style - add a side of french fries - just like at McDonalds! Or make your own homemade sweet potato chips or wedges, or mix things up with a side of potato gems or hash browns!
    • In a wrap or as a taco filing - this casserole is super versatile and makes a delicious filling for your favourite wraps or tacos!
    An overhead shot of a cheesy oven baked casserole.

    Expert Tips

    • You'll know that the Big Mac casserole is cooked through when the cheese is melted and golden and the egg is cooked in the centre of the dish.
    • Freezing - freeze any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
    • Storing - store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
    • Dill cucumbers are readily available in the jarred vegetable section of the supermarket (near the sun-dried tomatoes, capers etc). Dill cucumbers are also known as pickles or gherkins.
    • You can use any variety of sweet pickle relish or sweet mustard pickles you like.
    • If you don't want to make your own Big Mac burger sauce, you can use a store-bought copycat style special burger sauce (like this Heinz brand version).
    • Serve like a Big Mac with lettuce... or add any of your other favourite salad ingredients (such as avocado, tomato, cucumber etc).
    An overhead shot of a cheesy beef casserole served over lettuce leaves.

    FAQs

    Is this Big Mac Casserole keto friendly?

    Yes! This low carb, oven baked casserole is perfect for those following a keto diet. It tastes just like a Big Mac... but without the carbs and burger bun!

    Can I double this recipe?

    Yes, it's easy to increase quantities, however you will need to use a larger baking dish and cook for slightly longer (refer to my expert tips for how to know when the casserole is cooked).

    Can I use store-bought special burger sauce (copycat Big Mac sauce) instead of making my own?

    Absolutely! There are many brands that make Big Mac inspired sauces (such as Heinz, Praise, or supermarket's own brands).

    A plate of lettuce topped with a beef casserole and Big Mac sauce.

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    Beef mince (also known as ground beef) is such a versatile ingredient!

    Here's a few of my favourite dinner recipes that use beef mince as a key ingredient:

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    A low carb beef casserole with cheese, lettuce and dressing

    Big Mac Casserole

    Big Mac Casserole tastes just like your favourite McDonalds burger... but a low carb, oven-baked, family dinner version!
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    Course: dinners
    Cuisine: western
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 serves
    Calories: 842kcal
    Author: Lucy - Bake Play Smile

    Ingredients

    For The Casserole

    • 500 g beef mince ground beef
    • ¼ brown onion finely diced
    • salt and pepper to season
    • 100 g cream cheese softened to room temp
    • 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
    • ⅓ cup dill cucumbers sliced (also known as pickles or gherkins)
    • 2 eggs
    • ⅓ cup cream

    Big Mac Sauce

    • ½ cup mayonnaise preferably whole egg mayo
    • ¼ cup sweet pickle relish or sweet mustard pickles
    • 2 tsp yellow mustard American mustard (not Dijon)
    • ½ tsp garlic powder
    • ½ tsp onion powder
    • ½ tsp paprika
    • ¼ tsp white vinegar
    • pinch of salt & pepper

    To Serve

    • 2 cups lettuce thinly sliced

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees celsius (fan forced).
    • Brown the beef mince in a frying pan over high heat. Add the onion and cook until softened.
    • Stir through the cream cheese, ⅓ cup of the grated cheese and season with salt and pepper. Continue stirring until melted.
      Place into an 18cm x 28cm baking tin.
    • Place the sliced dill cucumbers (pickles) over the top of the mince.
    • Whisk the eggs and cream together and pour over the pickles and mince.
    • Sprinkle over the remaining ⅔ cup grated cheese.
    • Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is golden and melted and the egg is cooked through.
    • Meanwhile, prepare the Big Mac sauce by whisking all of the ingredients in a small bowl.
    • To serve, place chopped lettuce into the base of each bowl, top with a large scoop of the Big Mac casserole and drizzle over the sauce (as much or little as you like).

    Notes

    RECIPE NOTES & TIPS
    • You'll know that the Big Mac casserole is cooked through when the cheese is melted and golden and the egg is cooked in the centre of the dish.
    • Freezing - freeze any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
    • Storing - store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
    • Dill cucumbers are readily available in the jarred vegetable section of the supermarket (near the sun-dried tomatoes, capers etc). They are also known as pickles or gherkins.
    • You can use any variety of sweet pickle relish or sweet mustard pickles you like.
    • If you don't want to make your own Big Mac burger sauce, you can use a store-bought copycat style special burger sauce (such as Heinz, Praise, or supermarkets own brands).
    • Serve like a Big Mac with lettuce... or add any of your favourite salad ingredients (such as avocado, tomato, cucumber etc).
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 842kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 74g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Monounsaturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 258mg | Sodium: 718mg | Potassium: 528mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1540IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 286mg | Iron: 3mg
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