In Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, appetite is a topic taken very seriously. After spending an entire day trekking along scenic mountain trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, riding high-speed alpine coasters, or exploring local attractions along the Parkway, a standard fast-food meal simply will not cut it. Hungry visitors and local residents demand substantial meals packed with bold flavor, fresh ingredients, and serious heartiness.  

At Cookie Dough Monster Burgers & Shakes, located conveniently on Teaster Lane, our kitchen team takes immense pride in crafting scratch-made meals that push traditional comfort food to its absolute limit. While our entire menu features hand-pressed gourmet 8-ounce beef patties, crispy chicken sandwiches, and handcrafted milkshakes, two heavyweights in our extra-large Ci's Matters lineup generate more friendly debate than any others: The Will Smack and The Double Chin.  

Both of these titan creations are engineered for massive appetites, but they approach burger perfection from two entirely different culinary directions. One is a zesty, three-patty smash burger explosion drenched in warm queso and sweet chili aioli. The other is a classic, one-pound double-patty beast infused with rich garlic herb butter, stacked with double cheese, and smothered in crispy bacon.  

If you are standing in front of our menu trying to decide which heavyweight deserves a spot on your table, here is an in-depth comparison of the Will Smack and the Double Chin to help you choose your winner.

The Clash of Burger Philosophies: Smash vs. Thick Patty

Before diving into individual toppings and sauces, it is essential to understand the structural philosophy separating these two menu giants. In the world of burger craft, few debates are as passionate as smash patties versus thick hand-pressed patties.

The Smash Patty Philosophy

Smash burgers prioritize surface area, caramelization, and crispy texture. When fresh ground beef is pressed flat onto a screaming-hot flat-top griddle with high pressure, the extreme heat triggers an immediate, intense Maillard reaction across the entire bottom of the patty. This chemical reaction transforms amino acids and natural sugars into a dark, lacy, crunchy crust that locks in flavor. Because individual smash patties are thinner, stacking multiple patties creates distinct layers of crispy beef crust interleaved with melted cheese and sauces.

The Thick Patty Philosophy

Thick hand-pressed patties prioritize interior juiciness, heavy beef density, and a tender mouthfeel. An 8-ounce (half-pound) beef patty allows the kitchen to sear a deep outer crust while keeping the center tender and exceptionally juicy. When you bite into a thick patty burger, your palate is hit with an immediate flood of warm, savory beef juices that coat the tongue and carry rich seasonings throughout every bite.

The rivalry between the Will Smack and the Double Chin is fundamentally a showdown between these two distinct cooking styles. The Will Smack showcases the crispy, layered power of triple smash patties, while the Double Chin showcases the overwhelming juiciness of double half-pound thick patties.

Deep Dive 1: The Will Smack

If you crave bold, vibrant flavor combinations paired with lacy, crispy beef edges, The Will Smack is designed specifically for your palate. Named with a playful nod to its high-impact taste profile, this burger does not hold back on crunch, spice, or creamy richness.  

The Will Smack Architectural Breakdown:
• Top Gourmet Brioche Bun
• Sweet Chili Aioli
• Sautéed Red Onions & Sautéed Jalapeños
• Diced Tomatoes
• Crispy Thick-Cut Bacon
• Melted Warm Queso Cheese
• Three 4oz Smash Beef Patties (12oz Total Beef)
• Bottom Gourmet Brioche Bun


The Beef Foundation

The Will Smack features three 4-ounce fresh beef patties, delivering a generous 12 ounces (three-quarters of a pound) of prime ground beef. Each patty is smashed flat on our flat-top griddle, creating feathered, crispy edges that extend beyond the edges of the bun. The three-patty stack ensures a high ratio of seared crust to beef in every single bite.  

The Toppings and Sauces

To complement the triple-smash beef stack, the Will Smack is layered with a colorful array of zesty toppings:

• Melted Queso Cheese: Instead of standard sliced cheese alone, the Will Smack is smothered in rich, warm queso cheese sauce that flows into every gap between the triple patties.  
• Crispy Bacon: Thick-cut bacon adds an essential smoky crunch that contrasts with the smooth queso.  
• Sautéed Red Onions and Jalapeños: Fresh red onions and sliced jalapeños are sautéed on the griddle, softening their raw sharpness while releasing aromatic chili oils directly into the melting cheese.  
• Diced Tomatoes: Fresh diced tomatoes add a bright, acidic pop that cuts through the rich queso and savory beef fats.  
• Sweet Chili Aioli: Our signature sweet chili aioli finishes the stack, delivering a smooth, creamy blend of garlic, sweet chili, and subtle heat.  

The Tasting Experience

Biting into the Will Smack is a dynamic sensory experience. First, you encounter the buttery toasted brioche bun, followed immediately by the crunch of crispy bacon and lacy beef edges. As you chew, the warm liquid queso and sweet chili aioli spread across the tongue, bringing a zesty balance of sweet, savory, and mildly spicy notes. The diced tomatoes and sautéed onions ensure the burger feels vibrant and energetic despite its impressive size.

Deep Dive 2: The Double Chin

For diners who believe that nothing surpasses the classic, pure, unadulterated comfort of a massive, cheesy diner burger, The Double Chin is the ultimate mountain feast. It skips complex chili aiolis and tropical toppings in favor of raw, monumental beef power and decadent garlic butter.  

The Double Chin Architectural Breakdown:
• Top Gourmet Brioche Bun
• Mustard & Ketchup
• Sautéed Yellow Onions
• Crispy Thick-Cut Bacon
• Melted Cheddar Cheese
• Melted White American Cheese
• Two 8oz Garlic Herb Buttered Beef Patties (16oz / 1lb Total Beef)
• Bottom Gourmet Brioche Bun


The Beef Foundation

The Double Chin earns its title by stacking two of our signature 8-ounce hand-pressed beef patties into a single creation. That means you are taking on a full 16 ounces (one complete pound) of fresh, high-grade ground beef. During the griddle searing process, these massive patties are basted generously with house-made garlic herb butter, infusing the beef fibers with rich garlic notes and melted butterfat.  

The Toppings and Sauces

The topping selection on the Double Chin pays homage to classic American diner heritage, scaled up to suit a one-pound beef stack:

• Garlic Herb Butter: Infused directly over the hot beef crust as it sears on the griddle.  
• White American and Cheddar Cheese: To ensure maximum cheese coverage over two massive half-pound patties, the kitchen uses a combination of smooth-melting White American cheese and sharp cheddar cheese.  
• Crispy Bacon: Double portions of thick-cut bacon add a smoky, salty crunch.  
• Sautéed Yellow Onions: Sweet yellow onions are cooked down slowly on the flat-top, adding a soft, caramelized sweetness.  
• Classic Mustard and Ketchup: Tangy yellow mustard and sweet tomato ketchup provide the traditional, nostalgic finish that brings back memories of classic roadside burger stands.  

The Tasting Experience

The Double Chin is pure, decadent comfort food. When you pick up this one-pound giant, the weight in your hands is immediately noticeable. The first bite yields a flood of rich beef juices, melted garlic butter, and gooey melted cheese. The combination of White American and cheddar creates a silky, velvety coating over the thick beef patties, while the mustard and ketchup add a clean, vinegary tang that prevents the heavy beef from overwhelming your palate.

Head-to-Head Comparison: Breaking Down the Key Categories

To help you decide which burger deserves the crown on your next visit, let us compare these two titans across four key culinary categories.

1. Total Beef Weight and Texture

• The Will Smack: Features 12 ounces of beef distributed across three smash patties. The texture is dominated by lacy caramelization, crisp edges, and layered beef bite.  
• The Double Chin: Features 16 ounces (one full pound) of beef split between two thick 8-ounce patties. The texture is dominated by heavy density, extreme juiciness, and a tender, melt-in-your-mouth interior.  
• Verdict: If you prefer crispy edges and lighter layers, choose the Will Smack. If you want maximum beef density and rich juices, the Double Chin takes the lead.

2. Cheese Dynamics

• The Will Smack: Smothered in warm, liquid queso cheese that flows over the smash patties and veggies.  
• The Double Chin: Layered with melted slices of White American and sharp cheddar that form a thick, gooey blanket over the half-pound patties.  
• Verdict: Queso lovers will fall in love with the Will Smack, while fans of classic melted sliced cheese will prefer the Double Chin.

3. Flavor Profile and Spice

• The Will Smack: Zesty, modern, and complex. Combining sweet chili aioli, sautéed jalapeños, red onions, and queso, it offers a sweet and mildly spicy kick.  
• The Double Chin: Savory, classic, and garlic-rich. Relying on garlic herb butter, caramelized yellow onions, bacon, mustard, and ketchup, it delivers timeless Southern comfort.  
• Verdict: Adventurous eaters who love a little heat should opt for the Will Smack. Purists who love traditional diner burgers will adore the Double Chin.

4. Structural Integrity and Eatability

• The Will Smack: Because smash patties are flatter and softer, the Will Smack can be compressed slightly as you hold it, making it surprisingly manageable to eat despite its triple-patty build.
• The Double Chin: Standing tall with a full pound of thick beef, the Double Chin is a true structural giant. It requires a firm two-handed grip and plenty of napkins.
• Verdict: The Will Smack is slightly easier to handle, whereas the Double Chin demands your undivided attention.

The Science Behind Heavyweight Burger Flavor

There is a clear scientific reason why both of these extra-large burgers leave such a lasting impression on guests. When you consume a burger crafted with fresh beef, real butter, and high-quality cheeses, you are activating fundamental flavor chemistry.

The Maillard reaction, which occurs when proteins and sugars are heated above 300 degrees Fahrenheit, creates hundreds of new aroma molecules on the surface of seared beef. On the Will Smack, the thin smash technique maximizes this surface area, creating a high concentration of pyrazines and pyridines that produce a nutty, roasted aroma.

On the Double Chin, the thicker 8-ounce patties retain a higher concentration of intracellular moisture and natural beef lipids. Basting the beef with garlic herb butter introduces fat-soluble aromatic compounds that bind to the beef fat. As you chew, the butterfat coats the taste buds, allowing flavor compounds to vaporize slowly and travel to the olfactory receptors in your nasal passage. To explore how patty size and griddle chemistry influence every bite, check out our guide on the art of the 8oz beef patty.  

Pairing Your Heavyweight Burger with a Handcrafted Shake

Taking on a giant burger like the Will Smack or the Double Chin is a major culinary achievement, but no trip to Cookie Dough Monster is complete without a 16-ounce Thickie Shake topped with scratch-made edible cookie dough.  

The high-butterfat Hershey's ice cream in our milkshakes serves a practical purpose alongside a heavy burger. The cold temperature and dairy proteins cleanse your palate between savory bites, washing away rich beef fats and spicy chili oils to reset your taste buds for the next bite.

Here are three recommended shake pairings tailored for these two giant burgers:

1. The Will Smack paired with The Southern Banana Pudding Shake

The zesty sweet chili aioli and sautéed jalapeños on the Will Smack pair wonderfully with the smooth, cool comfort of our Southern Banana Pudding Shake. Crafted with Old Fashioned Vanilla ice cream, authentic banana pudding mix, real banana, and crushed Nilla Wafers, this shake provides a refreshing, fruity counterpoint to the burger's mild heat. Explore more about regional dessert traditions in our overview of tennessee inspired shake flavors you must try.  

2. The Double Chin paired with The Dirty Brownie Shake

A full pound of garlic-butter beef demands a dessert that matches its monumental scale. The Dirty Brownie Shake features rich chocolate ice cream blended with edible brownie batter cookie dough, real brownie pieces, crushed Oreos, and smooth peanut butter ribbons. The deep chocolate and peanut butter notes provide a decadent sweet finish after a savory garlic-butter feast. Learn how our kitchen crafts these ultra-thick desserts in our guide on how we create thick and creamy shakes every time.  

3. The Salted Caramel Brownie Batter Shake

If you love the classic sweet-and-salty dynamic, pairing either burger with our Salted Caramel Brownie Batter Shake is a winning strategy. The sea salt and golden caramel notes highlight the smoky bacon on both burgers while delivering ice-cold relief. To master matching main dishes with sweet treats, review our complete guide on how to pair your burger and shakes for the perfect meal.  

Visiting Cookie Dough Monster in Pigeon Forge

When you are ready to decide the winner of the Will Smack versus Double Chin showdown for yourself, planning your stop is simple and stress-free:

• Location: 2660 Teaster Lane, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. Located directly across from the Nike Clearance Store, near popular destinations like The Mountain Mile and The Island. Taking Teaster Lane allows you to bypass the heaviest bumper-to-bumper traffic on the main Parkway.  
• Ordering Format: We operate on a casual counter-service model. Simply review the menu board, place your order at the register, grab a table in our dining room, and let our team bring hot, freshly cooked food straight to your seat.
• Dietary Options: Gluten-free bun substitutions are readily available for any burger on our menu upon request.  
• Takeout & Delivery: If you prefer to enjoy your heavyweight feast back at your cabin or hotel, mobile ordering is available for fast pickup, while DoorDash handles local delivery.  

Whether you choose the zesty, triple-smash crunch of The Will Smack or the one-pound, garlic-butter titan that is The Double Chin, you are guaranteed a scratch-made meal crafted with real passion. Gather your family, bring a serious appetite, and join us on Teaster Lane to experience the biggest, boldest burgers in Pigeon Forge!