25 McDonald’s Copycat Recipes So You Can Skip the Drive-Thru

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25 McDonald’s Copycat Recipes So You Can Skip the Drive-Thru3/25 Inspired By: Chicken McNuggets 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to make these golden chicken nuggets because they’re so quick and easy. My whole family loves them. The seasoning can also be used on chicken breast halves to make amazing sandwiches. —Annette Ellyson, Carolina, West Virginia Nutrition Facts: 3 ounces cooked chicken: 214 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 435mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic

Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1/2 starch

Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1/2 starch. 4/25 Inspired By: McDonald’s French Fries 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Parmesan & Garlic Fries Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s a fact that McDonald’s fries are one of their best-selling items, so we’ve created an even tastier way to eat their fries! The addition of Parmesan and garlic is optional, but they make this side dish simply irresistible. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 199 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol,

524mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein

524mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. 5/25 Inspired By: Egg McMuffin 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 40 min Servings 12 sandwiches Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: On a busy morning, this McDonald’s copycat recipe save the day. A hearty combo of eggs, Canadian bacon and cheese will keep you fueled through lunchtime and beyond. —Christine Rukavena, Taste of Home Senior Editor Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 334 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 219mg cholesterol, 759mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. NANCY MOCK

FOR TASTE OF HOME Inspired

FOR TASTE OF HOME Inspired By: Shamrock ShakeWhen this colorful dessert appears on the McDonald’s menu, you know St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner. Make your own all year round with this McDonald’s copycat recipe. —Nancy Mock, Colchester, Vermont Go to Recipe 6/25 7/25 Best Hamburger 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Best Hamburger Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Grill these easy hamburgers and add your favorite toppings. Not into grilling? Make the patties on the stovetop, in the oven or even in the

—Fay Moreland, Wichita Falls,

air fryer. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 burger: 265 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 495mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein. 8/25 Inspired By: Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Biscuit Breakfast Sandwich Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I turned classic breakfast sandwiches into something heartier that you could even enjoy for dinner. We pile toppings like salsa and avocado—mayo and ketchup, too—on the homemade biscuits. —Fay Moreland, Wichita Falls,

Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 430 calories, 25g fat (12g saturated fat), 198mg cholesterol, 1058mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein. 9/25 Inspired By: Honey Mustard Sauce 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Quick & Easy Honey Mustard Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 1 cup Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This fast, easy mustard with rice vinegar and honey has more flavor than any other honey mustard dressing I’ve ever tried. —Sharon Rehm, New Blaine, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 1 tablespoon: 28 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 154mg

sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein

sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 10/25 Fried Chicken Sandwich Test Kitchen Approved Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After trying all the major fast-food chains’ chicken sandwiches, I decided to come up with my own version. I think this is better than the original. —Ralph Jones, San Diego, California Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 543 calories, 18g fat (3g saturated fat), 136mg cholesterol, 778mg sodium, 63g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 30g protein. 11/25 Inspired By: McCafe Strawberry Shake 1

Nothing can beat this McDonald’s copycat strawberry shake recipe

Review Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Shakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Cool off with a thick and rich treat that will remind you of a malt shoppe! Nothing can beat this McDonald’s copycat strawberry shake recipe. —Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana. Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 253 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 81mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 12/25 Inspired By: Hotcakes 145 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fluffy Pancakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings

It’s quick and easy to prepare, but we still consider it a special treat

8 pancakes Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I found this fluffy and easy pancake recipe among our old family favorites and adapted it to make a small amount. It’s quick and easy to prepare, but we still consider it a special treat. —Eugene Presley, Council, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 2 pancakes: 269 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 666mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 13/25 Inspired By: Chicken Selects 30 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I recently

Serve the homemade chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce

made this recipe of Mom’s for my in-laws and they told me it was the “best fried chicken ever.” Slicing the chicken breasts into strips cuts down on cooking time and ensures every piece is crunchy and evenly coated. Serve the homemade chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce. —Genny Monchamp, Redding, California Nutrition Facts: 4 ounces cooked chicken: 388 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 704mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. 14/25 Inspired By: Tangy Barbecue Sauce 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sweet & Spicy Barbecue Sauce Recipe photo by Taste of Home

You’ll find it clings well when you slather it on grilled meat

Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 1-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve never cared that much for store bought barbecue sauce. I just like to make things myself from scratch including this spicy, deep red-brown sauce. You’ll find it clings well when you slather it on grilled meat. —Helena Georgette Mann, Sacramento, California Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 68 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 325mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 15/25 Inspired By: Cinnamon Melts 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 15 min

Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A slow cooker turns day-old cinnamon rolls into a comforting, old-fashioned dessert. It tastes wonderful topped with lemon or vanilla sauce or whipped cream. —Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 570 calories, 27g fat (10g saturated fat), 226mg cholesterol, 468mg sodium, 72g carbohydrate (53g sugars, 3g fiber), 13g protein. 16/25 Inspired By: McRib 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Country Rib Sandwiches Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Perfect for a weekday dinner

Keep things interesting (and avoid

or cozy weekend meal, this McDonald’s copycat recipe makes fall-off-the-bone tender meat with delicious flavor. —Margaret Luchsinger, Jupiter, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 405 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 713mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 26g protein. 17/25 Inspired By: Fruit & Maple Oatmeal 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Overnight Maple Oatmeal Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I tasted muesli on a trip to Switzerland, and when I came home, I made it my way. Keep things interesting (and avoid

midmorning munchies) by adding different fruits and nuts every day

midmorning munchies) by adding different fruits and nuts every day. —Maddie Kirk, Springfield, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup (calculated without fruit) : 249 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 46mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 fat. 18/25 Inspired By: Filet-O-Fish 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Breaded Fish Sandwiches Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The seasoned breading of this hearty sandwich turns mild-flavored cod or halibut into a taste sensation, and the creamy sauce just

keeps it going!

keeps it going! —Mildred Caruso, Brighton, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 337 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 356mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 41g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2 starch. 19/25 Inspired By: Tartar Sauce 20 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Classic Tartar Sauce Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 1 cup Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You’ll never buy the jarred stuff again once you’ve tried this homemade tartar sauce recipe! —Michelle Stromko, Darlington, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 93 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat),

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