Cheeseburger Happy Meal Recipe
American · Main course · 30 min total
A homemade version of the classic kids' meal featuring a juicy cheeseburger, crispy fries, and a small drink, all perfectly portioned for a fun and satisfying meal.
15
min prep
min prep
15
min cook
min cook
1
servings
servings
650
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 soft hamburger bun
- 1 (4 oz) beef patty (80/20 ground beef, formed into a thin patty slightly larger than the bun)
- 1 slice American cheese
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 dill pickle slice
- 1 small handful shredded lettuce
- 1 small potato (about 4 oz), cut into thin fries
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for fries)
- Salt to taste
- 1 small apple juice box or 6 oz apple juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss potato fries with oil and salt, spread on a baking sheet, and bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- While fries bake, season the beef patty with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. In the last minute, place cheese slice on patty and cover pan to melt.
- Toast the hamburger bun in the skillet or toaster until lightly golden.
- Assemble burger: Spread ketchup and mustard on bottom bun, add pickle slice, lettuce, then cheese-topped patty. Close with top bun.
- Serve burger with fries and apple juice box. For a complete happy meal, include a small toy or sticker.
Tips
- For extra crispiness, soak cut fries in cold water for 30 minutes before baking.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- To make it a true happy meal, serve in a small box with a napkin and a tiny toy.
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