Applebee’s Impossible Plant-Based Cheeseburger
Made with a plant-based patty, Applebee’s Impossible cheeseburger is served with two slices of melty American cheese, lettuce, tomato, sliced red onion, and pickles.
All of the burgers at Applebee’s include a side of classic fries. One order of the Impossible Cheeseburger meal has 1,090 calories, 59 grams of fat, 102 grams of carbohydrates, and 39 grams of protein.
Read this reference guide for detailed information about the nutritional value, calories, ingredients, and allergens in the popular veggie burger at Applebee’s Grill & Bar.
Impossible Burger Nutritional Information
Unless otherwise noted, the nutrition facts in this guide are based on a single serving of the meal, which includes one Impossible plant-based cheeseburger with french fries.
Daily Value
Daily value illustrates how much a specific nutrient in the meal contributes to a daily diet of 2,000 calories. Use %DV to balance food choices throughout the day based on your dietary goals.
Serving size: 1 Meal
% DAILY VALUE
Use %DV to determine if the level of nutrients in a food is low (5% or less) or high (20% or more).
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%DV |
Level | |
|---|---|---|
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Saturated Fat |
100% |
HIGH |
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Sodium |
121% |
HIGH |
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Cholesterol |
12% |
MED |
%DV based on 2,000 calories; individual needs vary and your DV may be lower or higher.
Calories
Each serving of the veggie-based burger and fries has 1,090 calories. Most of the total calories are derived from dietary fats.
Here is a summary of calories by macronutrient, per meal:
Nearly half of the total calories are derived from dietary fats. Carbohydrates contribute approximately 37% of the total calories and the remaining 14% is from protein.
Impossible Burger & Fries
% calories from fat, carbs and proteinThe summary of calories by macronutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Applebee’s. Calories may vary by location, as a result of how the plant-based cheeseburger is prepared, or due to additional topping choices and dipping sauces such as ketchup.
FITNESS TIME TO BURN 1,090 CALORIES
Estimate based on moderate level of activity by an adult with average BMI.
Here is a summary of the nutritional information in Applebee’s Impossible® Cheeseburger as an a la carte sandwich as well as the standard menu order, which includes classic french fries.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving (% Daily Value)
|
Cheeseburger |
With Fries | |
|
Calories |
680 |
1090 |
|
Total Fat |
41g (53%) |
59g (78%) |
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Saturated Fat |
17g (85%) |
20g (100%) |
|
Trans Fat |
0g |
0g |
|
Cholesterol |
35mg (12%) |
35mg (12%) |
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Sodium |
1770mg (70%) |
2780mg (121%) |
|
Carbohydrates |
50g (18%) |
102g (43%) |
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Dietary Fiber |
5g (25%) |
12g (43%) |
|
Total Sugars |
9g |
9g |
|
Protein |
33g |
39g |
%DV based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your %DV may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.
Dietary Fat
The meat-free Impossible Cheeseburger with a side of fries contains 59 grams of total fat, including 20 grams of saturated fat. That is considered high.
Saturated Fat is High
The amount of saturated fat in one order of the cheeseburger and french fries is 100% of the recommended limit for an entire day (based on a 2,000 calorie diet).
Dietary Guidelines for Americans (published by the US Department of Health and Human Services) recommend limiting calories from saturated fat to less than 10% of total calories.
SUMMARY OF FAT PER SERVING
Sodium
In addition, the amount of sodium is very high for a single meal. The 2,780 milligrams sodium in Applebee’s Impossible Burger with cheese (including the fries) exceeds the recommended limit for an entire day.
For reference, the FDA recommends American adults to limit daily sodium intake to no more than 2,300 milligrams.
Cheeseburger Ingredients and Allergens
The burger is topped with Tomatoes, Lettuce, and Red Onion.
In addition, there are dozens of ingredients used to create the plant-based patty and to season, prepare, and cook the other items that make up this burger meal, including the french fries, brioche bun, and cheese.
See below for the full list of ingredients in Applebee’s Impossible Cheeseburger.
Ingredients
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Patty |
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Water, Soy Protein Concentrate, Sunflower Oil, Coconut Oil, Natural Flavors, Methylcellulose, Cultured Dextrose, Food Starch Modified, Yeast Extract, Soy Leghemoglobin, Salt, Mixed Tocopherols (antioxidant), L-Tryptophan, Soy Protein Isolate, Vitamins and Minerals (Zinc Gluconate, Niacin, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin B12), Salt, Spice, Garlic Powder, Sunflower Oil (as a flow agent) |
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Brioche Bun |
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Enriched Flour (wheat, malted barley, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, and folic acid), Water, Wheat Flour and Malted Barley Flour, Sugar, Yeast, Palm Oil, Wheat Gluten, Salt, Cultured Wheat, Vinegar, Natural Flavors, Soybean Oil, Guar Gum, Enzymes, Ascorbic Acid, Corn Flour, Turmeric and Paprika, Dextrose, Corn Starch, Maltodextrin, Dextrin, Triglycerides, Pea Protein, Dextrose, Maltodextrin, Modified Food Starch, Liquid And Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Salt, Natural & Artificial Flavor, Soy Lecithin, TBHQ and Citric Acid (preservatives), Artificial Color, Dimethylpolysiloxane (an anti-foaming agent) |
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American Cheese |
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American Cheese (milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), Water, Cream, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Sorbic Acid (preservative), Color Added, Sunflower Lecithin (to prevent separation) |
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Pickles |
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Fresh Cucumbers, Water, Vinegar, Salt, Calcium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate (preservative), Spices, Garlic, Turmeric, Polysorbate 80 |
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French Fries |
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Potatoes, Vegetable Oil, Modified Food Starch (potato, corn, tapioca), Rice Flour, Salt, Pea Starch, Dextrin, Leavening, Dextrose, Xanthan Gum, Fryer Oil, Dimethylpolysiloxane (an anti-foaming agent), Fry Seasoning Salt, Dehydrated Garlic, Spices, Soybean Oil, Silicon Dioxide (added to prevent caking) |
Allergens
The Cheeseburger is made with ingredients that contain gluten, milk, and wheat.
Applebee’s Burger Prices
The following table presents the prices and nutritional information for Applebee’s burgers and sandwiches.
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| Updated July 2025 | Price | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Lotta Bacon Burger | $15.99 | 1570 | 98g | 107g | 70g |
| Bourbon Street Mushroom Swiss Burger | $15.79 | 1580 | 105g | 102g | 57g |
| Neighborhood Burger | $14.99 | 1400 | 93g | 93g | 50g |
| Quesadilla Burger | $15.59 | 1580 | 102g | 95g | 69g |
| Whisky Bacon Burger | $15.79 | 1590 | 97g | 118g | 63g |
| Impossible™ Cheeseburger | $14.99 | 1090 | 59g | 102g | 39g |
| Classic Bacon Cheeseburger | $14.99 | 1320 | 80g | 94g | 58g |
| Classic Cheeseburger | $13.59 | 1210 | 72g | 94g | 50g |
| Classic Burger | $12.59 | 1090 | 61g | 93g | 43g |
| Spicy Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken Sandwich | $14.99 | 1220 | 62g | 106g | 62g |
| Spicy Honey Mustard Crispy Chicken Sandwich | $14.99 | 1350 | 70g | 122g | 58g |
| Bacon Ranch Grilled Chicken Sandwich | $14.99 | 1140 | 58g | 92g | 62g |
| Bacon Ranch Crispy Chicken Sandwich | $14.99 | 1320 | 72g | 109g | 58g |
| Bacon Cheddar Grilled Chicken Sandwich | $15.29 | 1390 | 72g | 110g | 76g |
| Bacon Cheddar Crispy Chicken Sandwich | $15.29 | 1510 | 81g | 126g | 71g |
| Sweet & Spicy Grilled Chicken Sandwich | $13.99 | 1220 | 49g | 140g | 56g |
| Sweet & Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich | $13.99 | 1350 | 70g | 122g | 58g |
| Chicken Fajita Rollup | $13.79 | 1490 | 86g | 114g | 63g |
| Clubhouse Grille | $13.99 | 1460 | 81g | 129g | 56g |
| The Prime Rib Dipper | $15.99 | 1460 | 76g | 123g | 73g |
Nutrition facts, prices, and ingredients are based on available information as of the date of publication. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change recipes or formulations without notice. Check package labels and ask the product manufacturer or restaurant for the most up-to-date information. Unless otherwise stated, %DV is based on a 2,000 calorie diet. All reports and reviews published on this site are for informational purposes only. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide healthcare advice or dietary recommendations. Always consult your licensed physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
Nutrition facts, ingredients, allergens source: Applebee’s Grill + Bar. Cheeseburger and fries product image courtesy of Applebee’s. Original designs by Nutrition & Ingredients for purposes of research and commentary related to fast food nutrition.