BURGER KING, DOUBLE WHOPPER, with cheese
Whole food · Fast Foods
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The Burger King Double Whopper with Cheese is a towering fast-food icon featuring two flame-grilled beef patties, melted American cheese, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, pickles, onions, and creamy mayonnaise on a toasted sesame seed bun. Each bite delivers a satisfying contrast of smoky, savory beef, tangy pickles, and cool, fresh vegetables. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense meal providing substantial protein but also significant fat and sodium.
Calorie split: 22% protein · 20% carbs · 58% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its iconic, indulgent taste—the combination of smoky beef, melted cheese, and tangy pickles is a classic comfort food experience. It's also valued for its consistency and availability, offering a reliable, filling meal across the globe.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high saturated fat, sodium, and calorie content can be concerning for heart health and blood pressure. To mitigate, consider sharing the burger, pairing it with a side salad instead of fries, and drinking water. Those with gluten sensitivities should note the bun contains wheat, a common allergen.
Key benefits
- High protein content supports muscle maintenance
- Provides a quick and convenient energy source
- Contains fresh vegetable components like lettuce and tomato
- Flame-grilled preparation adds a distinct smoky flavor
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The Whopper was created in 1957 by Burger King co-founder James McLamore, and its name was chosen to suggest something larger than its competitor's burgers.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 53.3 g |
| Energy | 266 kcal |
| Energy | 1111 kj |
| Protein | 14.5 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 17.1 g |
| Ash | 1.7 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 13.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g |
| Sucrose | 1.2 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 1.3 g |
| Lactose | 0.07 g |
| Maltose | 0.55 g |
| Galactose | 0.51 g |
| Starch | 10.1 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 78.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 5.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 19.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 128 mg |
| Potassium, K | 189 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 387 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.5 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.08 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.14 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 17.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.20 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.27 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.21 mg |
| Niacin | 3.0 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.20 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.11 mg |
| Folate, total | 27.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 22.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 5.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 42.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.06 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.83 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.21 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.25 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 11.5 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.30 ug |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 7.0 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.61 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.8 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.16 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 2.0 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 6.3 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.14 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.49 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.11 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 5.6 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.0 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.6 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.39 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.39 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 47.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.10 g |
| Threonine | 0.40 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.59 g |
| Leucine | 1.1 g |
| Lysine | 1.0 g |
| Methionine | 0.29 g |
| Cystine | 0.11 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.61 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.38 g |
| Valine | 0.69 g |
| Arginine | 0.76 g |
| Histidine | 0.37 g |
| Alanine | 0.64 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.98 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.5 g |
| Glycine | 0.94 g |
| Proline | 1.2 g |
| Serine | 0.34 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.20 g |
FAQ
How many calories are in a Double Whopper with Cheese?
A standard Double Whopper with Cheese contains approximately 900-1000 calories, depending on regional variations and exact assembly.
Is the Double Whopper with Cheese a good source of protein?
Yes, it provides a significant amount of protein (around 50-60g), which is beneficial for muscle repair and satiety.
What are the main allergens in this burger?
Common allergens include wheat (bun), soy (often in patties and sauces), milk (cheese, mayonnaise), and sesame (bun seeds).
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 2.66 kcal/g · 22% calories from protein · 1.6 g fiber · 3.6 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 2.05 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.