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IHOP Sauce - A perfectly made homemade sauce on my kitchen table.
Antonio Morelli

IHOP Sauce Recipe

A creamy, tangy copycat IHOP sauce made with simple pantry ingredients. This quick, no-cook sauce comes together in minutes and adds classic diner flavor to burgers, fries, and breakfast favorites.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Condiments, Copycat Recipes, Dips, sauces
Cuisine: American, Diner-Style
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • ½ tablespoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Optional: pinch of sugar, black pepper, or lemon juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula
  • Airtight container for storage

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, add mayonnaise, ketchup & mustard.
  2. Now, add some pinches of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika & salt to taste.
  3. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for 10–15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • This IHOP sauce tastes best after resting, so don’t skip that step—it allows the flavors to blend beautifully.
  • Always taste before serving and adjust gently. Store leftovers in the fridge and stir before each use for the best texture and flavor.