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Quarter Pounder with Cheese

Quarter Pounder with Cheese at McDonald's has 520 calories, 30g protein, 42g carbs and 26g fat — sourced from McDonald's Nutrition Calculator, not AI guesses. Fresh 1/4 lb beef patty, two slices American cheese, ketchup, mustard, pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun.

Quarter Pounder with Cheese
520calories
30gprotein
42gcarbs
26gfat
High protein Contains dairy, gluten

At McDonald's, the Quarter Pounder with Cheese is a solid high-protein order. That works out to 5.8g of protein per 100 calories — 6g above the 24g McDonald's average. Its macros land at roughly 23% of calories from protein, 32% from carbs and 45% from fat. Contains dairy, gluten.

Source: McDonald's Nutrition Calculator ↗, last verified Jun 17, 2026. Menus change periodically; values may vary by location. How we verify →

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Quarter Pounder with Cheese — common questions

How much protein is in the Quarter Pounder with Cheese at McDonald's?
The Quarter Pounder with Cheese has 30g of protein. It also has 520 calories, 42g carbs and 26g fat, per McDonald's Nutrition Calculator.
How many calories are in the Quarter Pounder with Cheese?
The Quarter Pounder with Cheese at McDonald's has 520 calories, according to McDonald's Nutrition Calculator.
Is the Quarter Pounder with Cheese high in protein?
Yes — at 30g of protein it clears the 30g high-protein bar.
Does the Quarter Pounder with Cheese contain allergens?
Per McDonald's Nutrition Calculator, the Quarter Pounder with Cheese contains dairy, gluten. Preparation and cross-contact vary by location — check with the restaurant if you have an allergy.
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