Fast foods, cheeseburger; double, regular patty; with condiments
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A fast-food staple, this double-patty cheeseburger is a savory, salty, and umami-rich experience with a soft bun, melted cheese, and a juicy, beefy core. Nutritionally, it's a dense package of calories, protein, and fat, with a moderate amount of carbs from the bun and condiments.
Calorie split: 23% protein · 25% carbs · 52% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the iconic, craveable combination of salty, savory beef, melted cheese, and soft bun—a comforting, nostalgic, and convenient flavor hit that's a cornerstone of American fast-food culture.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
It's high in saturated fat, sodium, and refined carbs, which can contribute to blood-sugar spikes and is a concern for heart health. To counteract, pair it with a side salad or vegetable sticks, choose water over sugary drinks, and practice portion control by enjoying it as an occasional treat rather than a regular meal.
Key benefits
- High-quality complete protein for muscle maintenance.
- Provides a quick, dense source of energy (calories).
- Contains essential minerals like iron and zinc from beef.
- Convenient and widely available for a quick meal.
- Satisfies savory and umami cravings effectively.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The term 'cheeseburger' was trademarked in 1935 by Louis Ballast of the Humpty Dumpty Drive-In in Denver, Colorado.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 47.2 g |
| Energy | 282 kcal |
| Energy | 1182 kj |
| Protein | 16.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 16.2 g |
| Ash | 2.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 18.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.90 g |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 1.4 g |
| Fructose | 1.9 g |
| Lactose | 0.54 g |
| Maltose | 0.38 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 150 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.4 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 165 mg |
| Potassium, K | 226 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 617 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.8 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.08 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.20 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 17.9 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 2.9 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.23 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.20 mg |
| Niacin | 3.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.21 mg |
| Folate, total | 43.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 26.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 17.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 61.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 43.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.3 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 44.0 ug |
| Retinol | 40.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 51.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 1.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 3.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 220 iu |
| Lycopene | 980 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 17.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.35 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 7.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 4.7 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 7.0 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.71 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.6 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.15 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.9 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 6.0 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.13 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.41 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.36 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.10 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 5.3 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 4.7 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.05 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.3 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 0.93 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.08 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.12 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.11 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.72 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.62 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.05 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.57 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.10 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.10 g |
| Cholesterol | 50.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Fast foods, miniature cinnamon rolls — USDA does not publish this profile for Fast foods.
| Tryptophan | 0.05 g |
| Threonine | 0.22 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.28 g |
| Leucine | 0.51 g |
| Lysine | 0.18 g |
| Methionine | 0.11 g |
| Cystine | 0.16 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.33 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.21 g |
| Valine | 0.33 g |
| Arginine | 0.26 g |
| Histidine | 0.16 g |
| Alanine | 0.25 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.36 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.2 g |
| Glycine | 0.25 g |
| Proline | 0.71 g |
| Serine | 0.37 g |
FAQ
How does the protein content compare to a single-patty burger?
A double-patty cheeseburger roughly doubles the protein of a single-patty version, providing around 30-40g of protein per serving, making it a significant protein source.
Is the cheese a significant source of calcium?
Yes, the processed American cheese typically used contributes a meaningful amount of calcium, often around 20-30% of the daily value per serving.
What is the main source of the high sodium?
The sodium comes primarily from the seasoned beef patties, the cheese, the pickles, and the condiments like ketchup and mustard.
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 2.82 kcal/g · 23% calories from protein · 0.9 g fiber · 4.2 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: 2.73 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.