Dairy Queen Chili Cheese Hot Dog
You can order a plain hot dog, top it with chili and cheese, or order a combo meal, which includes fries and a drink. Today we cover the nutrition and calories in the chili cheese dog at Dairy Queen.
One DQ Chili Cheese Dog has 420 calories, 26 grams of fat, 28 grams of carbohydrates, and 18 grams of protein.
Read this article for a complete overview of nutritional information, calories, ingredients, and allergens in the chili cheese dog offered at Dairy Queen.
DQ Hot Dog Nutritional Information
Nutrition facts are based on a single serving measured as one DQ Hot Dog with chili and cheese and based on standard formulations. Actual nutritional value may vary differ due to variations in how the food is prepared.
NUTRITION INFO
420 Calories
% Daily Value
|
Saturated Fat |
55% |
HIGH |
|
Cholesterol |
18% |
MED |
|
Sodium |
46% |
HIGH |
%DV based on 2,000 calories
Calories
A DQ hot dog served with chili and cheese has 420 total calories.
Here is a summary of the number of calories by macronutrient in one serving:
More than half of the total calories are derived from fat. Carbohydrates contribute about one quarter of the total calories and the remaining 17% is from protein.
The summary of calories by nutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Dairy Queen fast food restaurant. Calories may vary as a result of how the hot dog prepared or due to additional topping choices.
ESTIMATED FITNESS TIME TO BURN 420 CALORIES
Total Fat
One serving contains 26 grams of total fat, including 11 grams of saturated fat. According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the amount of fat is high.
Each hot dog with chili sauce and cheese has approximately 100 calories from saturated fat. That’s more than half of the recommended daily value for an entire day.
A nutrient with a 20% or greater daily value per serving is considered high.
SUMMARY OF DIETARY FAT PER SERVING
Sodium
There is over 1,000 milligrams of sodium in a single serving. That’s a percentage daily value of nearly 50% (based on a 2,000 calorie diet).
Compare nutrition facts in the hot dogs served at Shake Shack and Five Guys. Check sodium and saturated fat to decide which is the best option for your diet plan.
The following table summarizes the nutritional information for the chili cheese hot dog.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 Chili Dog
Amount per serving
|
Calories |
420 |
% Daily Value
Red indicates a high %DV.
|
Total Fat |
26g |
33% |
|
Saturated Fat |
11g |
55% |
|
Trans Fat |
1g | |
|
Cholesterol |
55mg |
18% |
|
Sodium |
1070mg |
46% |
|
Carbohydrates |
28g |
10% |
|
Dietary Fiber |
1g |
3% |
|
Total Sugars |
4g | |
|
Protein |
18g |
%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.
Hot Dog Ingredients and Allergens
Ingredients in DQ Chili Cheese Dog
Here are the ingredients listed for the beef hot dog, bun, chili sauce, and cheese.
Beef Weiner
Ingredients in the beef weiner may vary by supplier.
Ingredients in hot dog:Beef, Water, Sorbitol, Salt, Sodium Lactate, Flavorings, Sodium Phosphate, Paprika, Sodium Diacetate, Garlic, Sodium Erythorbate, Sodium Nitrite, and Extract of Paprika.
Hot Dog Bun
Ingredients in bun:Enriched Wheat Flour, Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Soybean Oil, Wheat Gluten, Yeast, Salt, Dough Conditioners, Calcium Propionate (preservative), and Yeast Nutrients.
Chili Hot Dog Sauce
Ingredients in chili:Water, Beef, Tomato Paste, Chili Powder, Textured Vegetable Protein, Onions, Green Bell Peppers, Dehydrated Onions, Salt, Modified Cornstarch, Sugar, Tomato Flakes, Caramel Color, Soy Lecithin, and Cumin.
Cheddar Cheese
Ingredients in cheese:Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes, Color Added, Potato Starch and Powdered Cellulose (prevent caking), and Natamycin.
Allergens
The hot dog bun is made with ingredients that contain wheat. In addition to wheat, the Chili Cheese Dog contains milk and soy.
Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
Nutrition facts, ingredients and allergens source: Dairy Queen