How many calories in Cheeseburger?
Cheeseburger, 1 burger (115 g): about 344 calories, with 19 g protein, 28 g carbs and 17 g fat. Across common recipes it usually ranges from 250 to 315 kcal per 100 g, depending on how it's made.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 burger (115 g) | 1 slider (60 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 299 kcal | 344 kcal | 179 kcal |
| Protein | 16.4 g | 19 g | 10 g |
| Carbs | 24 g | 28 g | 14 g |
| Fat | 14.8 g | 17 g | 9 g |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 1 g | 0 g |
What makes Cheeseburger higher or lower in calories?
Patty size is the biggest factor: a small patty weighs about 115 g while a large one can reach 210 g. Toppings such as lettuce, tomato and onion lower the calories per 100 g, and each chain builds its burger a little differently.
Tips for a lighter portion
- Going from a McDonald's single to a double cheeseburger adds about 170 kcal (roughly 297 vs 465 kcal).
- A burger dressed with lettuce, tomato and onion is lighter per 100 g (254 kcal) than the same burger plain (308 kcal).
How long to burn off 1 burger?
84min · Walking
30min · Running
43min · CyclingFor a 70 kg (154 lb) person, from the Compendium of Physical Activities (2024).
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Numbers come from the Tabaq food database and are checked against published food-composition tables. They are estimates: every kitchen is different. How we calculate · General information only, not a substitute for advice from your doctor or a registered dietitian.
Sources
- USDA FoodData Central: Cheeseburger, from fast food, 1 small patty (FNDDS 2706889)
- USDA FoodData Central: Cheeseburger (McDonalds) (FNDDS 2706892)
- USDA FoodData Central: Fast foods, hamburger, single regular patty, with condiments and vegetables (SR 170692)
- USDA FoodData Central: Cheeseburger slider, from fast food (FNDDS 2706887)
