McDonald's Vanilla Shake (Medium): 570 calories
- 12gProtein
- 97gCarbs
- 15gFat
- 260mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from McDonald's USA Nutrition Calculator, last checked October 25, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ.
McDonald's Vanilla Shake calories by size
| Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | Sat. fat | Sugar | Fiber | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 480 | 10g | 80g | 13g | 210mg | 8g | 51g | 0g | 24% |
| Medium | 570 | 12g | 97g | 15g | 260mg | 9g | 62g | 0g | 29% |
| Large | 780 | 17g | 133g | 19g | 360mg | 12g | 85g | 0g | 39% |
The McDonald's Vanilla Shake (Medium) is about 29% of a 2,000-calorie day and 11% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How the Vanilla Shake ranks
- The Vanilla Shake (Medium) is the 6th highest in calories of the 34 items in the McDonald's “Drinks & Desserts” menu, and 13th for protein per calorie.
- Across the 127 items of the same kind we track at 6 chains, it is the 63rd lightest; their average is 618 calories.
How to make a McDonald's order lighter
- Order the McFlurry with OREO Cookies (Regular) instead: 160 fewer calories, 10g protein.
- Order the Strawberry Shake (Small) instead: 100 fewer calories, 10g protein.
- Order the Vanilla Shake (Small) instead: 90 fewer calories, 10g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the McDonald's Vanilla Shake (Medium) takes about 129 minutes of brisk walking, 59 minutes of running (5 mph) or 59 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
Similar-calorie shakes and frozen treats at other chains (same size where the chain has one):
- Chick-fil-A Vanilla Milkshake: 580 calories, 13g protein
- Dairy Queen Chocolate Sundae (Large): 560 calories, 12g protein
- Five Guys Vanilla Shake (base + whipped cream): 531 calories, 10g protein
- Wendy's Jr. Classic Chocolate Frosty: 310 calories, 9g protein
- Burger King HERSHEY'S Sundae Pie: 310 calories, 3g protein
Questions people ask
The McDonald's Vanilla Shake (Medium) has 570 calories, with 12g of protein, 97g of carbs and 15g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
Small: 480; Medium: 570; Large: 780 calories.
The McFlurry with OREO Cookies (Regular) has 410 calories, 160 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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