Calories in McDONALD'S, BIG BREAKFAST
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McDONALD'S, BIG BREAKFAST contains 285 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of 1 item 9.5 oz (269 g) provides about 767 kcal.
Roughly 61% of its calories come from fat, with 25% from carbohydrates and 14% from protein (estimated with general energy factors).
That is close to the median for fast foods on FoodFactly (263 kcal per 100 g).
100 g provides 27% of the Daily Value for Riboflavin (B2), 24% of the Daily Value for Vitamin B12 and 20% of the Daily Value for phosphorus.
The data comes from USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories C | 285 kcal | |
| Total fat C | 19.4 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat C | 6.4 g | 32% |
| Cholesterol C | 173 mg | 58% |
| Sodium C | 549 mg | 24% |
| Total carbohydrates C | 17.5 g | 6% |
| Dietary fiber C | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Total sugars C | 0.93 g | |
| Protein C | 10.2 g | 20% |
| Vitamin A C | 70 µg | 8% |
| Vitamin C C | 0.4 mg | 0.4% |
| Thiamin (B1) C | 0.23 mg | 19% |
| Riboflavin (B2) C | 0.35 mg | 27% |
| Niacin (B3) C | 2.3 mg | 14% |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) C | 0.75 mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 C | 0.17 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 C | 0.57 µg | 24% |
| Calcium C | 51 mg | 4% |
| Iron C | 1.7 mg | 10% |
| Magnesium C | 15 mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus C | 256 mg | 20% |
| Potassium C | 207 mg | 4% |
| Zinc C | 0.97 mg | 9% |
| Copper C | 0.082 mg | 9% |
| Manganese C | 0.12 mg | 5% |
% DV: percent of the FDA Daily Value for adults (reference amounts). Letters show how each value was obtained: M measured, C calculated, L label, Z assumed zero, I imputed. Vitamins and minerals not listed were not reported by the source.
Nutritional breakdown
- Protein 14%
- Carbohydrates 25%
- Fat 61%
Approximate share of calories, using general energy factors (4 kcal/g protein and carbohydrate, 9 kcal/g fat, 7 kcal/g alcohol).
Vitamins and minerals, % Daily Value per 100 g
Nutritional insights
- Protein10.2 gin the lowest quarter of fast foods (median 12.1 g)
- Fiber1.1 gbelow the median for fast foods (median 1.4 g)
- Sugars0.93 gin the lowest quarter of fast foods (median 3.4 g)
- Fat19.4 gin the top quarter of fast foods (median 12.1 g)
- Saturated fat6.4 gin the top quarter of fast foods (median 4 g)
- Sodium549 mgbelow the median for fast foods (median 566 mg)
- Protein per 100 kcal3.6 gprotein density, useful for comparing foods with different calorie levels
- Water50.7 gwater per 100 g, which largely explains differences between raw, cooked and dried forms
Full nutrient profile
Fats and cholesterol (2)
| Monounsaturated fat C | 7.4 g |
|---|---|
| Polyunsaturated fat C | 3.2 g |
Individual fatty acids (21)
| Linoleic acid (omega-6, 18:2) C | 2.9 g |
|---|---|
| SFA 8:0 C | 0.047 g |
| SFA 10:0 C | 0.039 g |
| SFA 12:0 C | 0.46 g |
| SFA 14:0 C | 0.27 g |
| SFA 16:0 C | 4 g |
| SFA 18:0 C | 1.4 g |
| SFA 20:0 C | 0.043 g |
| MUFA 18:1 C | 7 g |
| PUFA 18:3 C | 0.19 g |
| PUFA 20:4 C | 0.042 g |
| SFA 22:0 C | 0.017 g |
| MUFA 14:1 C | 0 g |
| MUFA 16:1 C | 0.25 g |
| MUFA 20:1 C | 0.098 g |
| SFA 15:0 C | 0.002 g |
| SFA 17:0 C | 0.035 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c C | 0.045 g |
| MUFA 17:1 C | 0 g |
| PUFA 20:3 C | 0 g |
| MUFA 15:1 C | 0 g |
Other components (4)
| Water C | 50.7 g |
|---|---|
| Ash C | 2.3 g |
| Energy C | 1,192 kJ |
| Vitamin A, IU C | 234 IU |
Other forms of McDONALD'S
Raw, cooked, dried and processed versions are separate records with their own measured values.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDONALD'S, FILET-O-FISH | 282 | 11.3 g | 26.4 g | 14.6 g |
| McDONALD'S, Cheeseburger | 263 | 13 g | 27.8 g | 11.8 g |
| McDONALD'S, QUARTER POUNDER | 244 | 14.1 g | 22.2 g | 11.6 g |
| McDONALD'S, Hamburger | 264 | 12.9 g | 30.3 g | 10.1 g |
| McDONALD'S, QUARTER POUNDER with Cheese | 258 | 14.6 g | 20 g | 14.2 g |
| McDONALD'S, BIG MAC | 257 | 11.8 g | 20.1 g | 15 g |
| McDONALD'S, french fries | 323 | 3.4 g | 42.6 g | 15.5 g |
| McDONALD'S, Southern Style Chicken Biscuit | 304 | 11.9 g | 30.6 g | 14.9 g |
| McDONALD'S, RANCH SNACK WRAP, Crispy | 275 | 11.5 g | 23.2 g | 15.1 g |
| McDONALD'S, RANCH SNACK WRAP, Grilled Cooked | 222 | 13.8 g | 18.4 g | 10.3 g |
| McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES | 312 | 8.4 g | 31.3 g | 17.8 g |
| McDONALD'S, Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGRIDDLES | 283 | 10.8 g | 22 g | 17.7 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Foods with a similar nutritional profile
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot dog sandwich, NFS, on white bread | 295 | 10.9 g | 18.9 g | 19.6 g |
| Hot dog sandwich, beef, on white bread | 295 | 10.9 g | 18.9 g | 19.6 g |
| Hot dog sandwich, NFS, on wheat bread | 294 | 11.6 g | 17.6 g | 19.7 g |
| Hot dog sandwich, beef, on wheat bread | 294 | 11.6 g | 17.6 g | 19.7 g |
| Fast foods, biscuit, with egg and bacon | 305 | 11.3 g | 19.1 g | 20.7 g |
| Egg sandwich on biscuit | 298 | 10.7 g | 21.6 g | 18.8 g |
| Egg sandwich on biscuit, with sausage | 310 | 11 g | 18.6 g | 21.4 g |
| Restaurant, Mexican, cheese enchilada | 273 | 11.2 g | 15.5 g | 18.5 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in mcDONALD'S?
100 g of mcDONALD'S has 285 kcal. 1 item 9.5 oz (269 g): about 767 kcal.
Is mcDONALD'S high in protein?
McDONALD'S contains 10.2 g of protein per 100 g (20% of the 50 g Daily Value), or 27.3 g in 1 item 9.5 oz (269 g). About 14% of its calories come from protein. Compared with other fast foods, that is in the lowest quarter (median 12.1 g).
How many carbs are in mcDONALD'S?
McDONALD'S has 17.5 g of total carbohydrates per 100 g, including 1.1 g of fiber and 0.93 g of sugars.
How much fat is in mcDONALD'S?
McDONALD'S contains 19.4 g of fat per 100 g, of which 6.4 g is saturated (32% of the Daily Value).
What vitamins and minerals does mcDONALD'S contain?
Per 100 g, the most notable amounts relative to the Daily Value are Riboflavin (B2) (27% DV), Vitamin B12 (24% DV), phosphorus (20% DV), Thiamin (B1) (19% DV) and Pantothenic acid (B5) (15% DV). The full list is in the vitamins and minerals table above.
How much sodium is in mcDONALD'S?
100 g contains 549 mg of sodium, 24% of the 2,300 mg Daily Value.
Does mcdonald's have the same nutrition not specified and cooked?
No. Per 100 g, mcDONALD'S, BIG BREAKFAST has 285 kcal, while mcDONALD'S, RANCH SNACK WRAP, Grilled has 222 kcal. Cooking changes the water content, so always use the record that matches how you weigh the food.
Where does this nutrition data come from?
From USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record dated April 1, 2019. FoodFactly last checked it on November 6, 2026. Each value above shows whether it was measured, calculated or taken from a label.
Source of the nutrition information
- USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record 172064. License: CC0 1.0 (U.S. public domain). Source record dated April 1, 2019. Imported November 6, 2026.
Last updated: . Data quality score: 100/100 (how it is calculated).
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