Calories in McDONALD'S, QUARTER POUNDER with Cheese
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McDONALD'S, QUARTER POUNDER with Cheese contains 258 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of 1 item 7.1 oz (199 g) provides about 513 kcal.
Roughly 48% of its calories come from fat, with 30% from carbohydrates and 22% 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 53% of the Daily Value for Vitamin B12, 27% of the Daily Value for Riboflavin (B2) and 24% of the Daily Value for Niacin (B3).
The data comes from USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories I | 258 kcal | |
| Total fat C | 14.2 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat C | 5.6 g | 28% |
| Cholesterol C | 47 mg | 16% |
| Sodium I | 579 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrates C | 20 g | 7% |
| Dietary fiber C | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Total sugars C | 4.9 g | |
| Protein C | 14.6 g | 29% |
| Vitamin C C | 0.8 mg | 0.9% |
| Thiamin (B1) C | 0.16 mg | 14% |
| Riboflavin (B2) C | 0.35 mg | 27% |
| Niacin (B3) C | 3.9 mg | 24% |
| Folate (B9) C | 51 µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 C | 1.3 µg | 53% |
| Calcium C | 144 mg | 11% |
| Iron C | 2.1 mg | 12% |
| Magnesium C | 22 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus C | 161 mg | 13% |
| Potassium C | 219 mg | 5% |
| Zinc C | 2.6 mg | 24% |
| Copper C | 0.097 mg | 11% |
| Manganese C | 0.17 mg | 8% |
% 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 22%
- Carbohydrates 30%
- Fat 48%
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
- Protein14.6 gin the top quarter of fast foods (median 12.1 g)
- Sugars4.9 gin the top quarter of fast foods (median 3.4 g)
- Fat14.2 gabove the median for fast foods (median 12.1 g)
- Saturated fat5.6 gin the top quarter of fast foods (median 4 g)
- Sodium579 mgabove the median for fast foods (median 566 mg)
- Protein per 100 kcal5.7 gprotein density, useful for comparing foods with different calorie levels
- Water48.9 gwater per 100 g, which largely explains differences between raw, cooked and dried forms
Full nutrient profile
Fats and cholesterol (2)
| Monounsaturated fat C | 4.6 g |
|---|---|
| Polyunsaturated fat C | 0.43 g |
Sugars and starch (6)
| Sucrose C | 0.19 g |
|---|---|
| Glucose C | 1.6 g |
| Fructose C | 1.9 g |
| Lactose C | 0.55 g |
| Maltose C | 0.63 g |
| Galactose C | 0 g |
Other components (4)
| Water C | 48.9 g |
|---|---|
| Ash C | 2.4 g |
| Energy I | 1,079 kJ |
| Vitamin A, IU C | 280 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, 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 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarter Pounder with cheese (McDonalds) | 269 | 15.2 g | 19.7 g | 14.4 g |
| Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, large patty; with condiments | 269 | 15.2 g | 19.7 g | 14.4 g |
| WENDY'S, DAVE'S Hot 'N Juicy 1/4 LB, single | 268 | 13.7 g | 17.7 g | 15.8 g |
| Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, large patty; with condiments, vegetables and mayonnaise | 268 | 13.7 g | 17.7 g | 15.8 g |
| Whopper with cheese (Burger King) | 268 | 13.7 g | 17.7 g | 15.8 g |
| Fast foods, croissant, with egg, cheese, and ham | 261 | 12.5 g | 19 g | 15 g |
| BURGER KING, Cheeseburger | 286 | 14.6 g | 23.7 g | 14.8 g |
| Corned beef sandwich on white, with cheese | 274 | 14.7 g | 22.5 g | 13.7 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 258 kcal. 1 item 7.1 oz (199 g): about 513 kcal.
Is mcDONALD'S high in protein?
McDONALD'S contains 14.6 g of protein per 100 g (29% of the 50 g Daily Value), or 29 g in 1 item 7.1 oz (199 g). About 22% of its calories come from protein. Compared with other fast foods, that is among the highest quarter (median 12.1 g).
How many carbs are in mcDONALD'S?
McDONALD'S has 20 g of total carbohydrates per 100 g, including 1.4 g of fiber and 4.9 g of sugars.
How much fat is in mcDONALD'S?
McDONALD'S contains 14.2 g of fat per 100 g, of which 5.6 g is saturated (28% 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 (53% DV), Riboflavin (B2) (27% DV), Niacin (B3) (24% DV), zinc (24% DV) and Thiamin (B1) (14% DV). The full list is in the vitamins and minerals table above.
How much sodium is in mcDONALD'S?
100 g contains 579 mg of sodium, 25% of the 2,300 mg Daily Value.
Does mcdonald's have the same nutrition not specified and cooked?
No. Per 100 g, mcDONALD'S, QUARTER POUNDER with Cheese has 258 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 170719. 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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