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    In-N-Out Style Burger Bar

    Published on June 15, 2017 by theseasidebaker Last Modified on April 4, 2019 / 35 Comments

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    In-N-Out Style Burger Bar complete with Animal Style Sauce recipe will be the best party you host all year long! Show guests how to stack the perfect burger!


    Update- Reposting this post as we just added a fun new video!

    Host an epic summer outdoor In-N-Out Style burger bar complete with Animal Style Sauce. Perfect for the 4th of July and Labor Day

    Well, this post was supposed to go up a few days before the 4th of July. But, we all know how that goes!!! I thought I would share it with y'all anyway, since summer weekend grilling parties are still happening!

    Host an epic summer outdoor In-N-Out Style burger bar complete with Animal Style Sauce. Perfect for the 4th of July and Labor Day

    Host an epic summer outdoor In-N-Out Style burger bar complete with Animal Style Sauce. Perfect for the 4th of July and Labor Day

    My husband and I are thinking about moving out-of-state. The sunshine tax here in California is getting to be too much, especially when the sun can't even get through this damn marine layer!!!

    However, moving out-of-state would mean no more In-N-Out or fresh Mexican food! So please excuse me while I test out recipes to guarantee I have mastered them while I am still local and can cross reference the flavors.

    Host an epic summer outdoor In-N-Out Style burger bar complete with Animal Style Sauce. Perfect for the 4th of July and Labor Day

    So, first up, Animal Style Spread. I thought it would be fun to put together a whole In-N-Out Style burger bar at a bbq, complete with vanilla, chocolate and strawberry milkshakes. Everyone loved it!

    Host an epic summer outdoor In-N-Out Style burger bar complete with Animal Style Sauce. Perfect for the 4th of July and Labor Day

     

    As you can see, I added a menu with different styles. I had a small condiment area with ketchup, mustard, mayo, "secret sauce" and grilled onions in which guests could make their burgers however they pleased.

     

     

    Host an epic summer outdoor In-N-Out Style burger bar complete with Animal Style Sauce. Perfect for the 4th of July and Labor Day

    Or, they could go a bit more crazy and do "Monkey Style" which is a traditional cheese burger with the standard ketchup, mayo and mustard, but topped with a spoonful of animal style fries. This one was of course my favorite!

     

    Host an epic summer outdoor In-N-Out Style burger bar complete with Animal Style Sauce. Perfect for the 4th of July and Labor Day

    If you're looking to make your summer BBQ over the top and fun, try this burger bar out!!! Anyone who has ever been to In-N-Out will love it!!!

     

    Host an epic summer outdoor In-N-Out Style burger bar complete with Animal Style Sauce. Perfect for the 4th of July and Labor Day

    I have provided the recipes for Animal Style Sauce, Animal Style Fires, and Grilled Onions.

    Thank you to the amazing Emily for helping me set this up and photograph it! I can't wait to formally introduce her, as she is going to become a gluten-free contributor on the blog!!!!

    I've updated this post to include a recipe video, but please note, the ingredient amounts were halved as it was not for a "party post".

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    In-N-Out Style Burger Bar
    Author: Jackie
    Ingredients
    Grilled Onions
    • 6 large onions diced
    • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    Animal Style Spread
    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • ⅔ cup ketchup
    • 3 tablespoon Dill pickle relish
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
    • 1 teaspoon sugar
    • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
    Animal Style Fries
    • 1 large package frozen french fries
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 1 cup Animal Style Spread
    • Grilled onions
    Instructions
    Grilled Onions
    1. Heat oil in a heavy skillet
    2. Add onions and brown sugar
    3. Cook on low until caramelized, stirring occasionally (about 40 minutes on my electric stove)
    Animal Style Sauce
    1. Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, salt, pepper, sugar and vinegar in a bowl and mix to combine.

    2. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
    Animale Style Fries
    1. Prepare fries as directed on package
    2. Once done, place fries in an oven safe serving dish and sprinkle cheese on top.
    3. Broil fries for about 3 minutes (just long enough to melt cheese)
    4. Remove from oven and spread 1 cup of Animal Style Spread
    5. Sprinkle on grilled onions
    Recipe Notes

    Add the Animal Style Sauce and Fries to your cheeseburgers. Trust me, you will not regret it!

    Host an epic summer outdoor In-N-Out Style burger bar complete with Animal Style Sauce. Perfect for the 4th of July and Labor Day

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    Comments

    1. Cathy @ ShePaused4Thought

      July 08, 2013 at 9:55 am

      What a clever & fun party setup! The burgers looks scrumptious.
      PS... I hope you don't leave CA, but I totally understand.

      Reply
      • theseasidebaker

        July 09, 2013 at 8:06 am

        Usually I do the food setup and my mother does the table decor, but she was unavailable that week. So not my best work, but fun nonetheless! If I leave, I will have a big going away party...and you better come!!!

        Reply
    2. Julianne @ Beyond Frosting

      July 08, 2013 at 10:14 am

      Next time you need a taste tester, I am driving to SD and bringing cupcakes. 🙂

      Reply
      • theseasidebaker

        July 09, 2013 at 8:06 am

        Well for your cupcakes I will make anything 😉

        Reply
    3. Puja @ Indiaphile.info

      July 09, 2013 at 9:58 am

      Yum! I love animal style fries! Looks like such a fun bbq! 🙂

      Reply
    4. Beverly

      July 09, 2013 at 11:46 am

      Looks delicious!!!

      And you know, here in Texas we have sunshine, In N Out and Mexican food.... Just sayin':-)

      Reply
      • theseasidebaker

        July 09, 2013 at 11:48 am

        You have In-N-Out in TX???? Texas is on our list. I just got back from Austin and absolutely loved it!

        Reply
    5. Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor

      July 09, 2013 at 2:25 pm

      I want to come to your parties! I'm drooling from all these pics. Unfortunately, we don't have any In-N-Out's here in Florida. Who needs them though when you can make all this!

      Reply
    6. Steve Thomas-Patel

      July 10, 2013 at 10:35 am

      Nice pics. I love the props! Especially the chalkboard.

      Reply
    7. BBQChik

      March 31, 2014 at 7:26 am

      The sauce was spot on.

      Reply
      • theseasidebaker

        April 02, 2014 at 3:42 pm

        Oh I am so happy to hear that! Thanks!

        Reply
    8. T

      May 06, 2014 at 4:09 pm

      I'm writing to thank you for this amazing recipe. I made the animal fries tonight, and they were amazing! The only thing I did differently was to chop up dill pickles and fried fresh potatoes and used Kraft singles. Thanks again!

      Reply
    9. Devon

      May 19, 2014 at 7:32 pm

      Omg. I just moved from LA to Nashville and had a major In n Out craving. Your post made my mouth water! I can't wait to make your special sauce recipe, thank you!!!

      Reply
    10. lana

      February 21, 2015 at 6:36 pm

      wow! How did you do the buns?!

      Reply
      • Jackie Bruchez

        February 22, 2015 at 2:15 pm

        I put a little bit of mustard on the buns then grilled them.

        Reply
    11. Inger

      March 29, 2015 at 12:05 pm

      How did you do the milkshakes?

      Reply
    12. Lindsay Egan

      December 03, 2015 at 9:02 am

      Looks amazing, definitely going to make this, thank you for creating this:) Can you please share the ingredients for the burgers?

      Reply
    13. Jane

      March 08, 2016 at 6:59 am

      Love the recipes! Thanks! This might be a silly question, but what kind of paper are you wrapping the burgers in? Something about it that reminds a lot of us of the good ole days at hometown burger joints. I think it would be fun to wrap up burgers and such at parties. Thanks!

      Reply
    14. Gary Zee

      May 13, 2016 at 5:43 pm

      Beautiful, great authentic versions! Thanks!

      Reply
    15. Jill

      August 20, 2016 at 5:27 am

      Milkshake recipe???

      Reply
    16. Gary Zee

      February 02, 2017 at 8:49 pm

      Thanks for reposting! I'm gonna do these for Super Bowl eve!

      Reply
    17. Amy @ These Wild Acres

      February 17, 2017 at 3:45 pm

      What a great idea! Thanks for the inspiration!

      Reply
    18. Christine

      April 10, 2017 at 9:00 am

      how long does the sauce keep for?

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