Thinly shaved Angus steak, melted Cooper cheese and caramelized onions make Arby’s newest permanent sandwich a rich, straightforward cheesesteak worth knowing.
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Copycat Arby’s Angus Cheesesteak Sandwich
Arby’s Angus Cheesesteak Sandwich combines seasoned Angus steak, melted white American Cooper Cheese and caramelized onions on a toasted sesame seed sub roll.
Slice the steak extremely thin and cook it quickly over high heat so it stays tender. Melt the cheese directly into the hot beef and onions before piling everything onto a lightly toasted sub roll.
Quick Recipe Overview
- Best For: Hearty lunches, easy dinners and fast-food cheesesteak nights at home
- Flavor Profile: Savory Angus beef, creamy white American cheese, sweet caramelized onion and toasted sesame bread
- Skill Level: Easy to moderate
- What Makes It Like the Restaurant: Thinly shaved seasoned steak melted together with Cooper Cheese and caramelized onions on a toasted sesame sub roll
Arby’s
Brothers Forrest and Leroy Raffel opened the first Arby’s in Boardman, Ohio in 1964. Their idea was unusual for quick service at the time: offer a premium roast beef sandwich rather than another hamburger.
Arby’s became the first nationally franchised coast-to-coast sandwich chain and gradually expanded its menu with turkey, brisket, chicken, gyros and other meat-forward choices. That broader sandwich identity eventually became central to the familiar “We Have the Meats” message.
The Angus Cheesesteak continues the same tradition by placing a substantial beef sandwich at the center of the menu rather than treating it as a temporary burger alternative.
Arby’s Takes Its Cheesesteak Seriously
Arby’s added the Angus Cheesesteak to its permanent national menu on June 15, 2026 after a limited-time cheesesteak became one of the chain’s most popular recent launches.
The new version uses seasoned, thinly shaved 100 percent Angus steak, melted white American Cooper Cheese and thick-cut caramelized onions. It is served on an Amoroso’s sesame seed sub roll, bringing two well-known Philadelphia products into the build.
Unlike the previous limited-time version, the permanent sandwich omits bell peppers and garlic aioli, keeping the focus squarely on beef, cheese and onions. A Half Pound Cheesesteak is also available for larger appetites.
Arby’s Angus Cheesesteak Sandwich Recipe
Thinly shaved Angus steak, melted Cooper cheese and caramelized onions make Arby’s newest permanent sandwich a rich, straightforward cheesesteak worth knowing.
Yield: 4 Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter divided
- 1 large Yellow Onion cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt divided
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
- 1 pound thinly shaved Angus Ribeye Steak
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
- 8 ounces thinly sliced Cooper Sharp White American Cheese
- 4 Amoroso Sesame Seed Sub Rolls split
Instructions
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
- Add the onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook for 18 to 22 minutes, stirring occasionally, until very soft and golden. Transfer to a plate.
- Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the vegetable oil.
- Spread the steak across the hot skillet. Cook for 45 seconds without stirring.
- Chop and turn the steak with two spatulas. Season with the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, smoked paprika, sugar and remaining salt.
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the steak is browned but still juicy.
- Return the onions to the skillet. Toss with the steak and divide the mixture into 4 portions.
- Place the cheese over each portion. Cover the skillet and cook for 45 to 60 seconds, until melted.
- Melt the remaining butter on a clean griddle or skillet. Toast the rolls cut-side down until lightly golden.
- Scoop one portion of steak, onions and cheese into each toasted roll.
- Serve immediately while hot and creamy, adding a little extra black pepper or salt to taste.
Substitutions & Notes
- Cooper Sharp can be difficult to find outside the Mid-Atlantic region. Full-fat white American cheese sliced at a supermarket deli provides the closest widely available substitute.
- Amoroso rolls may be ordered online or found in some restaurant-supply stores. When unavailable, use soft 7-inch sesame sub rolls with a lightly chewy crust rather than firm French bread.
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Questions People Ask
Is the Arby’s Angus Cheesesteak a limited-time sandwich?
No. Arby’s added the updated Angus Cheesesteak to its permanent national menu in June 2026.
What cheese does Arby’s use?
The sandwich uses melted white American Cooper Cheese, which is creamy with a subtle sharpness.
Does the Angus Cheesesteak contain peppers?
The current version contains caramelized onions but does not list bell peppers among its toppings.
What kind of roll does Arby’s use?
It is served on a toasted Amoroso’s sesame seed sub roll with a lightly crisp exterior and soft center.
What is the Half Pound Cheesesteak?
It uses the same steak, cheese, onions and roll with a full half pound of shaved Angus steak.
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