Fast foods, biscuit, with egg, cheese, and bacon
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This is a classic, hearty breakfast sandwich built on a soft, flaky biscuit, typically layered with a fried or scrambled egg, melted American cheese, and savory, crisp bacon. The experience is a satisfying contrast of textures: the tender, buttery biscuit yielding to the creamy egg and cheese, punctuated by the salty crunch of bacon. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense, high-fat meal that delivers a significant protein punch from the egg and bacon, making it a powerful source of quick energy and satiety.
Calorie split: 16% protein · 32% carbs · 52% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its comforting, savory flavor profile and the satisfying, all-in-one convenience it offers. It's a beloved staple of American breakfast culture, representing a quick, filling, and indulgent start to the day.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The combination of refined biscuit flour and high fat can lead to a blood sugar spike followed by a crash, and the sodium content from the bacon and cheese is substantial. To counteract this, pair it with a side of fiber-rich fruit or vegetables, opt for a smaller portion, or choose a whole-grain biscuit if available to slow digestion.
Key benefits
- High in protein for muscle maintenance and satiety.
- Provides quick energy from fats and refined carbohydrates.
- Convenient, portable, and widely available for a fast meal.
- Contains calcium from the cheese for bone health.
- Offers a complete meal with protein, fat, and carbs in one item.
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The biscuit in this sandwich is a descendant of British savory scones, but American biscuits, particularly in the South, evolved to use soft winter wheat and buttermilk for a uniquely tender, flaky texture that's distinct from their denser, sweeter scone cousins.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 43.0 g |
| Energy | 301 kcal |
| Energy | 1258 kj |
| Protein | 12.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 17.5 g |
| Ash | 3.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 24.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.20 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g |
| Sucrose | 0.50 g |
| Glucose | 0.17 g |
| Fructose | 0.08 g |
| Lactose | 0.79 g |
| Maltose | 0.20 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 17.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 103 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.6 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 15.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 363 mg |
| Potassium, K | 131 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 816 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.1 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.27 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.14 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 23.3 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.27 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.25 mg |
| Niacin | 2.4 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.77 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.11 mg |
| Folate, total | 48.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 39.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 8.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 75.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 127 mg |
| Betaine | 11.3 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.86 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 77.0 ug |
| Retinol | 75.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 23.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 6.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 294 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 270 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.04 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 4.4 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 2.2 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 21.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.50 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 4.2 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 21.7 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.9 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.21 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.35 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.1 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.8 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.03 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 8.0 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.21 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 7.8 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.05 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.9 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.6 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.10 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.07 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.06 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.05 g |
| Cholesterol | 166 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.16 g |
| Threonine | 0.50 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.52 g |
| Leucine | 0.93 g |
| Lysine | 0.69 g |
| Methionine | 0.29 g |
| Cystine | 0.21 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.56 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.39 g |
| Valine | 0.64 g |
| Arginine | 0.59 g |
| Histidine | 0.30 g |
| Alanine | 0.53 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.0 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.3 g |
| Glycine | 0.43 g |
| Proline | 0.79 g |
| Serine | 0.70 g |
FAQ
Is this a healthy breakfast option?
While it provides protein and energy, it's high in saturated fat, sodium, and refined carbohydrates. It's best enjoyed occasionally rather than as a daily breakfast, and pairing it with fruit or a side salad can improve its nutritional balance.
Can I make a lighter version at home?
Yes. Use a whole-grain biscuit, turkey bacon or a lean sausage patty, egg whites or a whole egg, and a slice of reduced-fat cheese. Adding spinach or tomato can boost fiber and nutrients.
Why does the biscuit sometimes make the sandwich feel heavy?
Traditional biscuits are made with refined white flour and a significant amount of fat (like butter or shortening), which can slow digestion and contribute to a feeling of heaviness, especially when combined with the other rich ingredients.
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 3.01 kcal/g · 16% calories from protein · 0.2 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: 6.23 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.