McDonald's Egg McMuffin: 310 calories
- 17gProtein
- 30gCarbs
- 13gFat
- 770mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from McDonald's USA Nutrition Calculator, last checked September 25, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ.
McDonald's Egg McMuffin nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egg McMuffin | 310 | 17g | 30g | 13g | 770mg | 16% |
The McDonald's Egg McMuffin is about 16% of a 2,000-calorie day and 33% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How to make a McDonald's order lighter
- Order the Hash Browns instead: 170 fewer calories, 2g protein.
- “Extra Cheese (1 slice)” adds 50 calories.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the McDonald's Egg McMuffin takes about 70 minutes of brisk walking, 32 minutes of running (5 mph) or 32 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
The closest item of the same kind at other chains:
- Dunkin' Sausage, Egg & Cheese Wake-Up Wrap: 280 calories, 10g protein
- Subway Hash Browns: 190 calories, 3g protein
- KFC Biscuit: 180 calories, 4g protein
- Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuit: 460 calories, 19g protein
Questions people ask
The McDonald's Egg McMuffin has 310 calories, with 17g of protein, 30g of carbs and 13g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Hash Browns has 140 calories, 170 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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