McDonald’s Cheeseburger
This simple yet highly popular single patty cheeseburger from McDonald’s is made with 100% beef and American cheese.
A single cheeseburger has 300 calories, 13 grams fat, 31 grams carbohydrates, and 15 grams protein.
Read this fast food guide for more detailed information about the calories, nutrition, ingredients, and allergens in McDonald’s classic cheeseburger.
Cheeseburger Nutritional Information
Nutrition Info
300 Calories
% Daily Value
|
Saturated Fat |
30% |
HIGH |
|
Sodium |
31% |
HIGH |
|
Added Sugars |
10% |
med |
%DV based on 2,000 calories
Calories
There are 300 calories in a single cheeseburger. Here is a summary of the estimated amount of calories per macronutrient:
Carbohydrates contribute the highest percentage (42%) of the total calories. Fat makes up another 38% and the remaining 20% is from protein.
% Calories from Fat, Carbs and Protein
The breakout of calories by nutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts label provided by McDonald’s. Calories may vary by location, as a result of how it’s prepared, or due to topping choices.
ESTIMATED FITNESS TIME TO BURN 300 CALORIES
Sodium
One cheeseburger contains 720 milligrams of sodium.
According to the U.S. FDA, consumers can use the % daily value to determine whether the food item contains a high level of specific nutrients. In general, the FDA suggests that a daily value of 20% or greater is considered high.
With that in mind, take note that the amount of sodium in one cheeseburger has a 31% daily value.
Dietary Cholesterol
There are 40 milligrams of dietary cholesterol in a single McDonald’s cheeseburger. That’s a 14% daily value (based on a 2,000 calorie diet).
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 Cheeseburger
Amount per serving
|
Calories |
300 |
% Daily Value
Red indicates a high %DV.
|
Total Fat |
13g |
17% |
|
Saturated Fat |
6g |
30% |
|
Trans Fat |
0.5g | |
|
Cholesterol |
40mg |
13% |
|
Sodium |
720mg |
31% |
|
Carbohydrates |
31g |
11% |
|
Dietary Fiber |
2g |
7% |
|
Total Sugars |
6g | |
|
Added Sugars |
5g |
10% |
|
Protein |
15g |
%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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What is on the McDonald’s Cheeseburger?
The classic cheeseburger at McDonald’s is made with a 100% pure beef patty seasoned with salt and pepper. The sandwich includes a tangy pickle, chopped onions, ketchup, mustard and a slice of American cheese.
Cheeseburger Ingredients and Allergens
Ingredients
Here are the lists of ingredients in McDonald’s Cheeseburger, broken out for the beef patty, hamburger bun, cheese, ketchup, mustard, and pickles.
Beef Patty
Ingredients:100% Pure USDA inspected beef prepared with Salt and Black Pepper.
Bun
Ingredients:Enriched Flour, Water, Sugar, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Salt, Dextrose, Corn Starch, Modified, Food Starch, Wheat Gluten, Vinegar, Vegetable Proteins (pea, potato, rice, and/or faba), Sunflower and/or Canola Oil, Maltodextrin, Natural Flavors, and Dough Conditioners.
Pasteurized Process American Cheese
Ingredients:Milk, Cream, Water, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Cheese Cultures, Citric Acid, Enzymes, Soy Lecithin, and Color Added.
Ketchup
Ingredients:Tomato Concentrate From Red Ripe Tomatoes, Distilled Vinegar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Water, Salt, and Natural Flavors.
Mustard
Ingredients:Distilled Vinegar, Water, Mustard Seed, Salt, Turmeric, Paprika, and Spice Extractive.
Pickles
McDonald’s pickles contain an artificial preservative (potassium sorbate). Here is the full list of ingredients in the pickles.
Ingredients:Cucumbers, Water, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Calcium Chloride, Alum, Potassium Sorbate (preservative), Natural Flavors, Polysorbate 80, and Extractives Of Turmeric (color).
What is Potassium Sorbate?
Potassium Sorbate – used in the pickles served on a McDonald’s cheeseburger – is an inorganic, chemical additive used to preserve foods and drinks as well as other products in the marketplace.
The additive inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and fungi and increases the shelf life of processed foods.
This additive is used in the production of juices, cheese, pickles, ice cream, wine, and yogurt, as well as many other food items.
Allergens
The cheeseburger is made with ingredients that contain milk, soy, and wheat.
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 and ingredients source: McDonald’s