BURGER KING, WHOPPER, with cheese
Whole food · Fast Foods
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The Whopper with cheese is Burger King's signature flame-grilled beef patty, topped with melted American cheese, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, pickles, onions, and creamy mayonnaise on a soft sesame seed bun. It delivers a satisfying, smoky char from the grill, a juicy, savory bite, and a refreshing crunch from the fresh vegetables. At 250 kcal per 100g, it's a calorie-dense meal where protein and fat are the primary energy sources.
Calorie split: 18% protein · 27% carbs · 55% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the iconic, flame-grilled smokiness and the satisfying combination of savory beef, melted cheese, and cool, crisp toppings. It's a classic, customizable fast-food staple that represents a reliable and indulgent American comfort food experience.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sodium and saturated fat content can be a concern for heart health and blood pressure management. Those watching blood sugar should be mindful of the refined carbohydrate bun. To counteract, consider sharing the burger or eating half, pairing it with a side salad instead of fries, and drinking water to help manage sodium intake.
Key benefits
- Good source of complete protein from beef and cheese.
- Provides essential minerals like iron and zinc.
- Contains fresh vegetables for some vitamins and fiber.
- Flame-grilling can reduce fat content compared to frying.
- Offers a convenient, high-energy meal option.
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💡 Did you know?
The Whopper was created in 1957, and Burger King's rival, McDonald's, didn't introduce a similar flame-grilled burger until decades later.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 54.9 g |
| Energy | 250 kcal |
| Energy | 1044 kj |
| Protein | 11.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 15.3 g |
| Ash | 1.9 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 16.7 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g |
| Sucrose | 1.6 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 1.7 g |
| Lactose | 0.07 g |
| Maltose | 0.69 g |
| Galactose | 0.07 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 82.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 18.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 113 mg |
| Potassium, K | 169 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 453 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.6 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.05 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.18 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 18.4 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.20 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.21 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.20 mg |
| Niacin | 2.6 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.18 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.07 mg |
| Folate, total | 51.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 30.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 21.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 72.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.08 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.01 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 3.6 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.37 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 19.1 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.8 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.13 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 13:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.52 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.2 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.5 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 5.1 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.13 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.35 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.07 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 4.5 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.8 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 3.3 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.47 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.47 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 | 36.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.09 g |
| Threonine | 0.44 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.51 g |
| Leucine | 0.96 g |
| Lysine | 0.84 g |
| Methionine | 0.26 g |
| Cystine | 0.11 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.56 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.38 g |
| Valine | 0.60 g |
| Arginine | 0.69 g |
| Histidine | 0.32 g |
| Alanine | 0.59 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.92 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.5 g |
| Glycine | 0.84 g |
| Proline | 0.93 g |
| Serine | 0.48 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.15 g |
FAQ
Is the Whopper with cheese a good source of protein?
Yes, at 11.19g of protein per 100g, a typical 290g Whopper with cheese provides over 30g of protein, which is a significant portion of the daily recommended intake.
How does the flame-grilling affect the nutrition?
Flame-grilling allows excess fat to drip away from the patty during cooking, which can result in a slightly lower fat content compared to pan-fried or griddled burgers.
What are the main allergens in a Whopper with cheese?
Common allergens include wheat (in the bun), soy (in the patty and bun), milk (in the cheese and mayonnaise), and sesame (on the bun).
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 2.50 kcal/g · 18% calories from protein · 1.0 g fiber · 4.1 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: 2.68 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.