Calories in McDONALD'S, BIG MAC
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McDONALD'S, BIG MAC contains 257 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of 1 item 7.6 oz (219 g) provides about 563 kcal.
Roughly 51% of its calories come from fat, with 31% from carbohydrates and 18% 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 37% of the Daily Value for Vitamin B12, 21% of the Daily Value for Niacin (B3) and 17% of the Daily Value for zinc.
The data comes from USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories I | 257 kcal | |
| Total fat C | 15 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat C | 3.8 g | 19% |
| Cholesterol C | 36 mg | 12% |
| Sodium I | 460 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrates C | 20.1 g | 7% |
| Dietary fiber C | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Total sugars C | 4 g | |
| Protein C | 11.8 g | 24% |
| Vitamin C C | 0.4 mg | 0.4% |
| Thiamin (B1) C | 0.18 mg | 15% |
| Riboflavin (B2) C | 0.21 mg | 16% |
| Niacin (B3) C | 3.4 mg | 21% |
| Folate (B9) C | 46 µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 C | 0.88 µg | 37% |
| Calcium C | 116 mg | 9% |
| Iron C | 2 mg | 11% |
| Magnesium C | 20 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus C | 122 mg | 10% |
| Potassium C | 181 mg | 4% |
| Zinc C | 1.9 mg | 17% |
| Copper C | 0.098 mg | 11% |
| Manganese C | 0.21 mg | 9% |
% 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 18%
- Carbohydrates 31%
- Fat 51%
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
- Protein11.8 gbelow the median for fast foods (median 12.1 g)
- Fiber1.6 gabove the median for fast foods (median 1.4 g)
- Sugars4 gabove the median for fast foods (median 3.4 g)
- Fat15 gabove the median for fast foods (median 12.1 g)
- Saturated fat3.8 gbelow the median for fast foods (median 4 g)
- Sodium460 mgbelow the median for fast foods (median 566 mg)
- Protein per 100 kcal4.6 gprotein density, useful for comparing foods with different calorie levels
- Water51.3 gwater per 100 g, which largely explains differences between raw, cooked and dried forms
Full nutrient profile
Fats and cholesterol (2)
| Monounsaturated fat C | 3.5 g |
|---|---|
| Polyunsaturated fat C | 0.31 g |
Sugars and starch (6)
| Sucrose C | 0.46 g |
|---|---|
| Glucose C | 1 g |
| Fructose C | 1.7 g |
| Lactose C | 0.32 g |
| Maltose C | 0.49 g |
| Galactose C | 0 g |
Other components (4)
| Water C | 51.3 g |
|---|---|
| Ash C | 1.9 g |
| Energy I | 1,076 kJ |
| Vitamin A, IU C | 188 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, 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 |
| McDONALD'S, Vanilla Reduced Fat Ice Cream Cone | 162 | 4.2 g | 26.4 g | 4.9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Mac (McDonalds) | 261 | 11.9 g | 21.5 g | 14.1 g |
| Fast foods, cheeseburger; double, regular patty; double decker bun with condiments and special sauce | 261 | 11.9 g | 21.5 g | 14.1 g |
| White pizza, cheese, with meat and vegetables, thin crust | 272 | 12.1 g | 21.1 g | 15.3 g |
| Fast foods, croissant, with egg, cheese, and ham | 261 | 12.5 g | 19 g | 15 g |
| BURGER KING, WHOPPER, with cheese | 250 | 11.2 g | 16.7 g | 15.3 g |
| Chicken salad sandwich on white | 246 | 12.4 g | 18.3 g | 13.7 g |
| Egg sandwich on white bread, with meat | 267 | 12.1 g | 19.4 g | 15.6 g |
| Ham salad sandwich on white | 242 | 12 g | 18.3 g | 13.3 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 257 kcal. 1 item 7.6 oz (219 g): about 563 kcal.
Is mcDONALD'S high in protein?
McDONALD'S contains 11.8 g of protein per 100 g (24% of the 50 g Daily Value), or 25.9 g in 1 item 7.6 oz (219 g). About 18% of its calories come from protein. Compared with other fast foods, that is below the median (median 12.1 g).
How many carbs are in mcDONALD'S?
McDONALD'S has 20.1 g of total carbohydrates per 100 g, including 1.6 g of fiber and 4 g of sugars.
How much fat is in mcDONALD'S?
McDONALD'S contains 15 g of fat per 100 g, of which 3.8 g is saturated (19% 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 Vitamin B12 (37% DV), Niacin (B3) (21% DV), zinc (17% DV), Riboflavin (B2) (16% DV) and Thiamin (B1) (15% DV). The full list is in the vitamins and minerals table above.
How much sodium is in mcDONALD'S?
100 g contains 460 mg of sodium, 20% 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 MAC has 257 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 170720. 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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