15 Classic Masters Recipes From The Augusta National Golf Club Menu

In layman’s terms, a homegate is a tailgate party that gets thrown at home. Family members, friends, neighbors, and co-workers are often invited to these events. No matter if you decide to go to the event in person or if you choose to stay home, there is a reason to celebrate! So how do you bring the taste of Augusta to your home for all the golf fans? With these classic Masters recipes from the Augusta National Golf Club menu!

You can keep the dishes nearby while enjoying the top-notch swings on TV, and if you prefer, you can even whip them up fresh during commercial breaks—though you might miss some action. However you choose to prepare the food is perfectly fine; after all, we believe in letting everyone do things their own way.

Is your mouth starting to water? Let’s discuss these fifteen recipes so that you can bring a little taste of the masters into your home.

1. Chicken Biscuit

We couldn’t start this list without the chicken biscuit. This honey butter chicken biscuits recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy a beloved Texas breakfast favorite at home. Featuring crispy chicken tenders and a spicy honey butter sauce sandwiched between fluffy buttermilk biscuits, it’s perfect for a satisfying weekend brunch or a convenient grab-and-go breakfast. The recipe includes variations, storage tips, and detailed instructions to ensure your homemade biscuits are delicious and just as delightful as the fast-food original.

2. Blueberry Muffins

Meggan Hill’s blueberry muffins recipe delivers bakery-style muffins with a buttery brown sugar streusel topping, ready in just 45 minutes. This easy-to-follow recipe uses fresh or frozen blueberries and simple ingredients, making it a perfect homemade alternative to coffee shop treats.

3. The Masters Georgia Pecan Caramel Popcorn

The Masters Georgia Pecan Caramel Popcorn is a delectable treat combining salted Georgia pecans and rich caramel-coated popcorn, perfect for a Masters tailgating party or any occasion. Easy to make, this recipe involves preparing toasted buttered pecans and mixing them with caramel-coated popcorn before baking to perfection for a sweet, crunchy snack.

4. Pimento Cheese

Pimento cheese has been on the menu at Augusta National for over 50 years. For it to have that kind of staying power, they have to be doing something right. At the club, sandwiches are available for $1.50, but you can make as much pimento cheese that you want for your homegate! Then you can try it out as a sandwich, on crackers, or any other creative way you can think of. This recipe was inspired by The Takeout, and combines white cheddar cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, bacon, and pimientos for amazing deliciousness between two pieces of white bread. It will be ready in under 10 minutes!

5. Green Jacket Salad

The famous Green Jacket Salad at Augusta National originated at a restaurant in Augusta, Georgia, called the Green Jacket. The establishment used to sit across from the golf club but is no longer there. It will never be forgotten, though, thanks to this recipe. This exceptional dish is easy to make, and it doesn’t require all that many ingredients. The Green Jacket Salad mixes together fresh vegetables with pita chips and an amazing parmesan dressing. You will fall in love with this salad and it will impress all the golf fans at your tailgate party.

6. Sour Cream Pound Cake

Every homegating party needs something sweet for all the golf fans to eat. Picking up treats from the store may be easy but if you want to stick to the true theme here, you will want to make this amazing Augusta Sour Cream Pound Cake from scratch! It sounds a lot harder than it really is. You can serve by itself or with a whipped topping. We guarantee this will be the best pound cake you have ever eaten.

7. Egg Salad

Club patrons can indulge in Augusta’s renowned Masters egg salad sandwich at the concession stands, but you can also recreate these delectable treats at home for your tailgate gathering. Whether enjoyed as a classic egg salad or transformed into tasty sandwiches, there are no strict guidelines—just ensure it’s irresistibly delicious! Mix hard-boiled eggs with creamy mayonnaise and tangy relish for a velvety texture that’s sure to satisfy.

8. Classic Chicken Sandwich

Augusta’s version of the classic chicken sandwich, while basic—a breaded chicken patty on a hamburger bun—is one of the most popular menu items. So we had to include it here! This recipe by Something About Sandwiches kicks it up a notch with a perfectly crunchy exterior and toppings that pack a flavor punch. Featuring crispy, juicy fried chicken thighs marinated in buttermilk and coated in a seasoned flour mixture and paired with honey sriracha mayo, shredded lettuce, and pickles, this sandwich offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures sure to please your fellow golfer enthusiasts.

9. Club Sandwich

The Masters Club is another concession menu staple, but a classic on and off the golf course and easy to recreate at home for your tailgate party. This club sandwich recipe by Spend With Pennies is a classic, multi-layered sandwich featuring turkey, bacon, ham, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayo, all stacked between three slices of toasted bread. This iconic sandwich can be customized with various breads and additional toppings like avocado and hard-boiled eggs (and goes fantastic with potato chips), making it versatile and delicious for your next tailgate.

10. The Best BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Get your Masters bar-b-que on with the Best BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches recipe by Mel. Even better, they can be made in either a slow cooker or an Instant Pot. This versatile, tender, and flavorful BBQ pork is perfect for sandwiches, salads, quesadillas, and more. Simply cook pork shoulder or sirloin with broth, liquid smoke, salt, and pepper until fall-apart tender, then mix with your favorite BBQ sauce. It’s easy to prepare, freezes well, and is ideal for any occasion, from family dinners to large gatherings.

11. Chicken Salad Sandwich

The Masters Chicken Salad Sandwich recipe is a copycat version of the classic southern chicken salad served at Augusta National. Made with finely shredded white chicken, Duke’s mayonnaise, finely chopped celery, and black pepper, the salad is spread on honey wheat bread for an authentic taste. This easy-to-make recipe brings a touch of the prestigious golf tournament to your home, perfect for a Masters viewing party or a delightful meal anytime.

12. Ham & Cheese on Rye

Another tried and true sandwich option from the Masters. Try this recipe for your Masters tailgate! This Ham on Rye Deli-Style Sandwich features toasted Jewish rye bread with deli smoked ham, American cheese, lettuce, and optional tomato, all enhanced with Kraft mayonnaise. This quick and easy sandwich can be customized with smoked turkey and a dill pickle spear or green olive on top. For the best flavor, the recipe recommends using Land O’ Frost DAGWOOD smoked ham.

13. Azalea Cocktail

The Augusta National Golf Club not only serves amazing food but they also offer delicious alcoholic drinks. The Azalea Cocktail is named after the 13th hole at the Augusta National Golf Club. This hole was named after all of the beautiful pink Azalea plants that bloom from March to mid-April at the club. There are over 30 different varieties of this plant found here. This beautiful drink mixes sweet fresh fruit with gin to create an amazing taste. It is perfect to serve to all the golf fans at your home.

14. Arnold Palmer 

The tailgate party recipe we will discuss is in honor of the great golf legend Arnold Palmer. He had multiple victories in Augusta at the Masters Tournament and was a four-time Green Jacket winner. At the club, he would order a mixture of sweet tea and lemonade. From here the “Arnold Palmer” took off and everyone needed one. This is the perfect springtime drink. 

15. Georgia Peach Ice Cream Sandwich

Courtney Whitmore’s Masters Peach Ice Cream Sandwiches recreate the beloved treat from the Augusta National Golf Club, featuring Georgia peach ice cream between bakery-style sugar cookies. This recipe provides tips for making the cookies and ice cream at home or using store-bought options, ensuring an easy and delicious dessert perfect for any Masters tailgate party or summer gathering.

You can’t go wrong with any of these Masters tailgate party food and drink recipes for your homegate party. They are classics from the Augusta National Golf Club menu, and we think you’ll appreciate them. If you close your eyes and take a bite while watching the tournament, you will swear you are right there at the club. No matter if you are tailgate party or homegate party, we hope you enjoy the game and spending quality time with your family and friends!

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