Starbucks Cheese Danish: 290 calories
- 7gProtein
- 33gCarbs
- 14gFat
- 400mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from Starbucks menu nutrition (starbucks.com, U.S.) (official page for the Cheese Danish), last checked October 25, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ.
Starbucks Cheese Danish nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | Sat. fat | Sugar | Fiber | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheese Danish | 290 | 7g | 33g | 14g | 400mg | 9g | 11g | 1g | 15% |
The Starbucks Cheese Danish is about 15% of a 2,000-calorie day and 17% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How the Cheese Danish ranks
- The Cheese Danish is the 8th lightest of the 21 items in the Starbucks “Bakery & Treats” menu, and 1st for protein per calorie.
- Across the 105 items of the same kind we track at 14 chains, it is the 47th lightest; their average is 333 calories.
How to make a Starbucks order lighter
- Order the Cookie Croissant Swirl instead: 20 fewer calories, 4g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the Starbucks Cheese Danish takes about 65 minutes of brisk walking, 30 minutes of running (5 mph) or 30 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
Similar-calorie desserts at other chains (same size where the chain has one):
- Taco Bell Caramel Apple Empanada: 290 calories, 3g protein
- KFC Chocolate Chip Cake (1 slice): 300 calories, 4g protein
- Popeyes Cinnamon Apple Pie: 280 calories, 3g protein
- Dunkin' Boston Kreme Donut: 270 calories, 5g protein
- Pizza Hut Chocolate Donut Bites: 250 calories, 3g protein
Questions people ask
The Starbucks Cheese Danish has 290 calories, with 7g of protein, 33g of carbs and 14g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Cookie Croissant Swirl has 270 calories, 20 fewer, but less protein (4g vs 7g).
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