Maybe it's magic or special ingredients, but it always seems restaurant foods taste so much better. Whatever it is, these copycat recipes will definitely satisfy your cravings and tastebuds just like the food you love at your favorite fast food restaurants.
Miss going out to eat? Check out these copycat recipes from your favorite restaurant dishes and make them at home. Perfect for a date night in or to satisfy a craving– copycat recipes are a fun way to recreate your favorites at home!
Chik-Fil-A Sandwich
You can create a mouthwatering Chick-fil-A sandwich from the comfort of your own home. Although this sandwich is delicious as is, you can also dress it up to suit your tastes. Read the recipe here.
Olive Garden Fettuccine Alfredo
Olive Garden Fettuccine Alfredo features a simple, yet smooth, rich sauce that gently coats the pasta. The addicting sauce consists of wholesome fresh ingredients, such as butter, garlic, heavy cream, Parmesan, and Romano cheese. Check out the recipe here.
Dole Whip
The Dole Whip is a creamy pineapple; soft serve frozen dessert. This sweet cult classic is appealing to several park goers! The light and citrusy notes make it a popular choice for a crisp and refreshing pause under the hot Florida sun. Get the recipe here.
Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll
These sinfully delicious treats are smothered in a velvety, smooth cream cheese frosting. Now, you can recreate Cinnabon’s iconic cinnamon rolls at home and enjoy fresh, aromatic homemade cinnamon rolls whenever you want. Get the recipe here.
Gideon’s Bakehouse Chocolate Chip Cookies
Since its debut in 1938, the chocolate chip cookie recipe has seen countless variations. Our show-stopping copycat Gideon’s Bakehouse chocolate chip cookie recipe is merely one adaption! But it may be one of the very best. Get the recipe here.
Hostess Cupcakes
Even without looking at a picture, you can probably imagine the rich chocolatey cake with a glossy ganache topping and the iconic icing swirl pattern. And of course, you remember the pillow of light creamy sweet marshmallow filling in the center of each Hostess cupcake. Get the recipe here.
Olive Garden Breadsticks
Nothing compares to fresh out of the oven – pillowy soft, warm bread coated in a rich, creamy butter and dusted in savory garlic. Serve copycat Olive Garden breadsticks as a side dish or appetizer for your next weeknight Italian meal. Get the recipe here.
IHOP Pancakes
Prepare these delicious homemade buttermilk pancakes on your stovetop or griddle in a snap, and then top them with butter and drizzle them with maple syrup. Get the recipe here.
Dunkaroos
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First launched in 1990 by Betty Crocker, this sweet treat first consisted of rounded cinnamon graham cookies ready to dunk into creamy vanilla rainbow sprinkle frosting. Made with both graham flour, molasses, and cinnamon, our copycat Dunkaroos have a delicate cinnamon graham flavor and soft texture, and is a simple alternative to those yearning for this special treat. Get the recipe here.
PF Changs Lettuce Wraps
Sizzling ground chicken is smothered in a deliciously addicting hoisin sauce and served atop tender, sweet butter lettuce, taco-style in this recipe. The sturdy round, petal-shaped leaves of butter lettuce are ideal for wraps. This recipe can be on the table in 20 minutes, making it a fantastic choice for a weeknight meal for busy on the go families. Get the recipe here.
Chick-Fil-A Nuggets
What’s better than Chick-Fil-A nuggets? Chick-Fil-A nuggets you can eat on Sunday! These copycat nuggets are crispy and mouth-watering all at the same time! Thank you Damn Delicious for the recipe.
In-N-Out Burger Animal Style Fries
Animal Style Fries are part of In-N-Out’s secret menu and consist of their classic fries topped off with their famous spread, a slice of cheese and chopped grilled onions. Make them from the comfort of your own home with this recipe from Popsugar.
Jack In The Box Tacos
There’s something about that simply meat and American cheese combo that makes Jack in the Box tacos one of the best. This Healthier Jack In The Box Tacos recipe from Culinary Hill teaches you how to make them a little bit healthier, but still just as delicious!
Arby’s Beef And Cheddar Sandwich
Mmm, Arby’s roast beef sandwiches just melt in your mouth. The tender roast beef and the gooey cheese are totally drool worthy. Make your own roast beef sandwich any night of the week with this recipe.
McDonald’s Egg McMuffin
McDonald’s Egg McMuffin’s are a classic. The savory breakfast sandwich has been a breakfast staple for decades. Make your own at home with this recipe.
Mrs. Field’s Chocolate Chip Cookies
There’s something about warm, ooey gooey chocolate chip cookies that takes you right back to childhood. Mrs. Field’s knows how to make the perfect chocolate chip cookie and now you will too. Find the recipe here.
Starbucks Pumpkin Scones
From pumpkin spice lattes to pumpkin scones, Starbucks has your pumpkin craving under control. Make your own delicious pumpkin scones any time of the year, we won’t judge. Thank you Cooking Classy for this delicious pumpkin scones recipe!
Dunkin Donuts Chocolate Munchkins
The only thing better than coffee in the morning is a handful of Dunkin Donuts munchkins. Make them at home with this delicious chocolate munchkins recipe.
Auntie Anne’s Snickerdoodles
A fresh and warm snickerdoodle cookie can be hard to beat. The cinnamon sugar coating Auntie Anne’s uses make them one of the best! Make a version for yourself at home with this recipe.
Sonic’s Extreme Tater Tots
The golden crunch of the tots, the spice of jalapenos and the savory taste of cheese and bacon. Sonic’s extreme tater tots might be the perfect food. Make them at home with this recipe.
McDonald’s Shamrock Shake
The cool mint and delicious whipped cream is the perfect treat to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Treat yourself at home any time of year by making this recipe.
Arby’s Curly Fries
For some reason curly fries taste so much better than regular fries. Skip the frozen bag version and go for this homemade version instead. Find the recipe for your own Arby’s curly fries here.
Starbucks Apple Pound Cakes
These pop-able bites are sweet and the perfect treat for breakfast or dessert. Make your own Starbucks Apple Pound Cakes at home with this recipe.
Carrabba’s Italian Bread Dip
Make your own spice-filled dip with spices from your own garden. The perfect combination of oil and spices makes for a delicious dip for bread. Find the recipe here.
McDonald’s Fried Apple Pies
Mc Donald’s fried apple pies were a popular favorite for a while. What’s not to love. Although you can’t get them anymore you can make them at home for yourself with this recipe.
Pizza Hut’s Stuffed Crust Pizza
There’s something about cheese stuffed crust that just makes pizza so much better. Your family will think you ordered for delivery with this DIY Stuffed Crust Pizza Recipe.
Starbucks Vanilla Bean Scone
If you love filling up on Starbucks’s delicious scones every morning along with your latte, then you’ll love this vanilla bean scone recipe. Get the recipe here.
Starbucks Lemon Loaf
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Another Starbucks favorite is the lemon loaf. The cool, refreshing flavor of the lemon pairs well with coffee. Make your own at home and have it any time of the day with this recipe.
Panda Express Orange Chicken
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This simple orange chicken recipe tastes just like Panda Express. If you are in the mood for Chinese food, make your own version at home with this recipe.
Starbucks Hot Cocoa Chocolate Chip Muffins
These muffins use hot cocoa mix for the perfect sweet twist. Make your very own version of Starbucks Hot Cocoa Chocolate Chip Muffins with this recipe.
McDonald’s Chicken Selects
McDonald’s chicken selects are golden, crispy perfection. This recipe uses a healthier method of cooking, making these chicken strips good for your waist line without losing any of the flavor. Find the recipe here.
