Hamburger Hamburger Jack in the Box Jumbo Jack by Todd Wilbur

Recreate the iconic fast-food classic at home with Todd Wilbur’s copycat recipe for the Jack in the Box Jumbo Jack! This juicy hamburger combines a perfectly seasoned beef patty, creamy mayo, tangy ketchup, and mustard with fresh toppings like shredded lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and crunchy pickles—all sandwiched between golden, buttery sesame seed buns. Add a slice of melty American cheese for an indulgent touch (optional but recommended!). With just 20 minutes of prep and cook time, this DIY Jumbo Jack captures all the flavors you love in a restaurant-quality burger, perfect for satisfying cravings right from your kitchen. Serve it with crispy fries or onion rings for the ultimate fast-food-inspired feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 4 ounces Ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 bun Sesame seed hamburger bun
• 1.5 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Ketchup
• 0.5 teaspoons Mustard
• 0.25 cups Shredded lettuce
• 2 slices Tomato (sliced)
• 2 slices Pickle slices
• 1 slice American cheese (optional)
• 0.5 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill pan, skillet, or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Divide the ground beef into a 4-ounce portion and form it into a round patty about ½ inch thick. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Grill or cook the beef patty on the preheated surface for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F for medium doneness. If using cheese, place the slice on top of the patty during the last minute of cooking to allow it to melt.

Step 4

While the beef cooks, lightly butter each side of the sesame seed bun and toast them on the grill or skillet until golden brown.

Step 5

Spread mayonnaise evenly on the inside of the top and bottom buns.

Step 6

On the bottom bun, layer the shredded lettuce, tomato slices, and pickle slices.

Step 7

Add the cooked beef patty on top of the pickles. Drizzle a teaspoon of ketchup and a half-teaspoon of mustard on the top of the patty.

Step 8

Place the top sesame seed bun on the burger. Press down gently to secure the burger layers.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as fries or onion rings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(284.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	703.6

Total Fat 52.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 127.2mg	0%
Sodium 2030.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 6.3g
Protein 26.9g	0%

Vitamin D 14.1IU	0%
Calcium 267.9mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 456.7mg	0%

*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: 67.1%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 17.5%