McDonald's Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese: 740 calories
- 48gProtein
- 43gCarbs
- 42gFat
- 1,360mgSodium
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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 Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese | 740 | 48g | 43g | 42g | 1,360mg | 37% |
The McDonald's Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese is about 37% of a 2,000-calorie day and 59% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
As a meal
- Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal: 1,330 calories with medium fries and a medium Coca-Cola
How to make a McDonald's order lighter
- Order the Big Mac instead: 160 fewer calories, 25g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the McDonald's Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese takes about 167 minutes of brisk walking, 77 minutes of running (5 mph) or 77 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:
- Dairy Queen Bacon Two Cheese Deluxe Burger (Double): 720 calories, 37g protein
- Burger King Whopper: 710 calories, 34g protein
- Five Guys Hamburger (bun + 2 patties): 844 calories, 39g protein
- Wendy's Baconator: 890 calories, 59g protein
Questions people ask
The McDonald's Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese has 740 calories, with 48g of protein, 43g of carbs and 42g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Big Mac has 580 calories, 160 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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