Jack in the Box Ultimate Cheeseburger
Made with a 100% beef patty, a Jack in the Box Ultimate Cheeseburger is topped with both American cheese and Swiss cheese, ketchup, mustard and mayonnaise. It’s served on a toasted split-top bun.
One cheeseburger burger has 840 calories, 59 grams fat, 31 grams carbohydrates, and 47 grams protein.
Read this overview for a complete guide to the nutritional value and ingredients in a Jack-in-the-Box Ultimate Cheeseburger.
Ultimate Cheeseburger Nutritional Information
Nutrition facts are based on a single serving measured as one cheeseburger.
Daily Value
Daily Value compares the amount of a nutrient in the cheeseburger to the recommended daily limit based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Use the %DV to compare foods and balance dietary choices for low or high levels of a specific nutrient.
As shown in the table below, a Jack in the Box Ultimate Cheeseburger is high in saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium.
Serving size: 1 Cheeseburger
% 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 |
115% |
HIGH |
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Cholesterol |
50% |
HIGH |
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Sodium |
67% |
HIGH |
%DV based on 2,000 calories
Individual needs vary and your daily value may be higher or lower depending on height, weight, and physical activity.
Calories
There are 840 calories in each serving of the double cheese burger.
Here is a summary of calories by macronutrient in a Jack in the Box Ultimate Cheeseburger:
Over 60% of the total calories are derived from dietary fats. Protein makes up 22% of the total calories, and the remaining 15% is from carbohydrates.
Ultimate Cheeseburger
% calories from fat, carbs and proteinThe summary of calories by macronutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Jack in the Box fast food restaurant. Calories may vary by location, as a result of how the burger is prepared, and/or due to topping choices.
ESTIMATED FITNESS TIME TO BURN 840 CALORIES
Fat and Sodium
An Ultimate Cheeseburger from Jack in the Box contains 59 grams of total fat, including 23 grams saturated fat. That is very high.
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.
Note: Saturated fast are found in various foods, including baked goods, animal fats, vegetable shortening, and cheeses, among other food items. The U.S. FDA recommends choosing foods lower in saturated fat.
Sodium
There are 1,550 milligrams sodium in one cheeseburger. For context, that’s nearly 70% of the suggested limit of 2,300 milligrams for an entire day.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per 1 Cheeseburger
Red indicates %DV is high.
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Calories |
840 |
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%DV | ||
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Total Fat |
59g |
75% |
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Saturated Fat |
23g |
115% |
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Trans Fat |
3g | |
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Cholesterol |
50mg |
50% |
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Sodium |
1550mg |
67% |
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Carbohydrates |
31g |
11% |
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Dietary Fiber |
1g |
4% |
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Total Sugars |
5g | |
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Protein |
47g |
%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.
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Cheeseburger Ingredients and Allergens
The patty is made with 100% beef that is seasoned as it’s grilled.
The standard Ultimate Cheeseburger includes American and Swiss style cheeses, mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup served on a toasted bun.
Here are the lists of ingredients in the recipe for a Jack in the Box Ultimate Cheeseburger.
Ingredients
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Beef Patty |
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Beef, Seasoning |
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Split Top Bun |
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Enriched Flour (or Enriched Unbleached Flour), Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup Or Sugar, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Wheat Gluten, Salt, Sunflower Oil, Vegetable Proteins, Wheat Maltodextrins, Wheat Dextrose, and Corn Starch. |
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Alternative Split Top Bun ingredients: Enriched Unbleached Wheat Flour, Water, Sugar, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Vital Wheat Gluten, Salt, Yeast Nutrient (ammonium sulfate), Dough Conditioners, Enzymes, Calcium Propionate (mold inhibitor), Vegetable Proteins, Dextrose, Maltodextrins, Starch, and Sesame Flour. |
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Pasteurized American Cheese |
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Milk, Cream, Water, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Cheese Culture, Citric Acid, Sorbic Acid, Enzymes, Soy Lecithin, and Color. |
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Swiss-Style Pasteurized Cheese |
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Park-Skim Milk, Cream, Water, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Cheese Culture, Sorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Enzymes, and Soy Lecithin. |
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Mustard |
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Water, Distilled Vinegar, Mustard Seed, Salt, Turmeric and/or Paprika, Spices. |
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Jack in the Box also offers packets of French’s classic yellow mustard, which is made with distilled vinegar, No. 1 grade mustard seed, salt, turmeric, paprika, spice, natural flavor, and garlic powder. |
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Mayonnaise |
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Soybean Oil, Water, Egg Yolks (may contain salt), Distilled Vinegar, Sugar, Salt, Spice, Lemon Juice Concentrate, and Calcium Disodium EDTA (to protect flavor). |
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Ketchup |
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Tomato Concentrate from Red Ripe Tomatoes, Distilled Vinegar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Salt, Spice, Onion Powder, and Natural Flavoring. |
Allergens
The Ultimate Cheeseburger is made with ingredients that contain egg, gluten, milk, sesame, soy, and wheat.
Also note that the food is prepared using equipment that may be shared with other food products. As a result, the hamburger may contain or come into contact with other common food allergens.
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, and allergens source: Jack in the Box. Food images courtesy of Jack in the Box. Original designs by Nutrition & Ingredients for purposes of research and commentary related to fast food nutrition.