McDonald's Vanilla Cone: 200 calories
- 5gProtein
- 33gCarbs
- 5gFat
- 80mgSodium
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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 Cone nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | Sat. fat | Sugar | Fiber | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanilla Cone | 200 | 5g | 33g | 5g | 80mg | 3g | 23g | 0g | 10% |
The McDonald's Vanilla Cone is about 10% of a 2,000-calorie day and 3% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How the Vanilla Cone ranks
- The Vanilla Cone is the 13th lightest of the 34 items in the McDonald's “Drinks & Desserts” menu, and 2nd for protein per calorie.
- Across the 127 items of the same kind we track at 6 chains, it is the 5th lightest; their average is 618 calories.
How to make a McDonald's order lighter
- Order the Strawberry Banana Smoothie (Small) instead: 10 fewer calories, 2g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the McDonald's Vanilla Cone takes about 45 minutes of brisk walking, 21 minutes of running (5 mph) or 21 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):
- Dairy Queen Chocolate Dipped Cone (Kids): 200 calories, 4g protein
- Chick-fil-A Icedream Cone: 180 calories, 4g protein
- Five Guys Mini Vanilla Shake (base + whipped cream): 254 calories, 5g 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 Cone has 200 calories, with 5g of protein, 33g of carbs and 5g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Strawberry Banana Smoothie (Small) has 190 calories, 10 fewer, but less protein (2g vs 5g).
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