Double cheeseburger, from fast food, 2 large patties
Common food
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A classic fast-food icon, the double cheeseburger stacks two savory beef patties between soft buns with melted American cheese, tangy pickles, and ketchup. Each bite delivers a satisfying mix of juicy meat, creamy cheese, and a soft, slightly sweet bun. Nutritionally, it's a dense source of protein and fat, with minimal carbs and fiber.
Calorie split: 28% protein · 13% carbs · 59% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People crave it for the iconic, savory umami flavor of grilled beef and melted cheese, a taste deeply embedded in global fast-food culture. Its handheld convenience makes it a go-to for a quick, satisfying meal.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
High in saturated fat and sodium, which can be a concern for heart health and blood pressure. The refined white bun can cause blood sugar spikes, and it's a common source of common allergens like wheat, dairy, and soy. To counteract, pair it with a side salad or vegetable sticks for fiber, choose a single-patty version for portion control, and drink water instead of sugary soda.
Key benefits
- High in protein for muscle maintenance and satiety
- Provides quick energy from fats and carbs
- Source of essential nutrients like iron and B12 from beef
- Convenient, widely available, and affordable
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The world's most expensive commercially available double cheeseburger, the 'Wagyu Double Cheeseburger' from a US restaurant, can cost over $500 and uses premium Wagyu beef, gold leaf, and truffle.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 48.6 g |
| Energy | 299 kcal |
| Protein | 20.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 19.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 9.7 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.30 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 147 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 211 mg |
| Potassium, K | 252 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 409 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.9 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.08 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 22.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.20 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.12 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.22 mg |
| Niacin | 4.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.32 mg |
| Folate, total | 33.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 10.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 24.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 40.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 56.9 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.1 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 34.0 ug |
| Retinol | 33.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 10.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 1.0 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 4.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.14 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.60 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.8 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 8.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.81 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 4.5 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 2.3 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 7.4 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.54 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 6.8 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.91 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.81 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.08 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 69.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Fast foods, cheeseburger; double, regular patty; double decker bun with condiments and special sauce — USDA does not publish this profile for Double cheeseburger.
| Tryptophan | 0.11 g |
| Threonine | 0.39 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.44 g |
| Leucine | 0.81 g |
| Lysine | 0.67 g |
| Methionine | 0.24 g |
| Cystine | 0.15 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.45 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.24 g |
| Valine | 0.52 g |
| Arginine | 0.58 g |
| Histidine | 0.29 g |
| Alanine | 0.61 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.74 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.4 g |
| Glycine | 0.70 g |
| Proline | 0.86 g |
| Serine | 0.44 g |
FAQ
How much protein is in a typical fast-food double cheeseburger?
A typical double cheeseburger weighing around 118g contains approximately 24g of protein, primarily from the two beef patties.
Is a double cheeseburger a good post-workout meal?
It can be, as it provides a good amount of protein and calories for recovery. However, its high fat and sodium content make it less ideal than leaner protein sources.
What's the main difference between a double cheeseburger and a hamburger?
A double cheeseburger has two beef patties and cheese, while a standard hamburger typically has one patty and no cheese.
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 2.99 kcal/g · 27% calories from protein · 0.3 g fiber · 1.7 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: 1.62 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.