Whopper

The Whopper is Burger King's signature flame-grilled hamburger, typically featuring a quarter-pound beef patty, sesame seed bun, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, and ketchup. It's an iconic American fast-food staple, first introduced in 1957 as a direct competitor to McDonald's Big Mac.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

A standard Whopper is high in fat and sodium, providing around 660 calories, with a significant portion of calories coming from fat. It offers a good amount of protein from the beef patty but is also high in refined carbohydrates from the bun.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	660 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	51 g
Fat	40 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	11 g
Sodium	980 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Iron	6 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Vitamin A	100 IU
Vitamin C	6 mg
Vitamin B12	2.5 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Zinc	4 mg

Per 1 sandwich (290 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The Whopper is famous for its flame-grilled cooking method, which gives it a distinctive smoky flavor different from the flat-top grilled patties of many competitors. Its 'Have it Your Way' customization campaign became a cultural touchstone for personal choice in fast food.