McDonald’s Big Mac: Price, Nutrition, Ingredients, & Allergens

McDonald's Menu Big Mac

McDonald’s Big Mac is a 7.6 oz (215.456 g) hamburger that includes two 1/10 lb 100% beef patties, Big Mac sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, and onions between a sesame Big Mac bun.

McDonald’s menu also offers medium and large Big Mac meals. The meal includes a Big Mac hamburger, fries (medium or large), and a beverage (medium or large) of choice.

Big Mac was added to McDonald’s menu in 1968. It was created by Jim Delligatti in the year 1967 in his in his McDonald’s franchise in Uniontown, Pennsylvania.

How much is a Big Mac?

In 2024, the average dine-in or takeaway price of McDonald’s Big Mac is $5.99 (without taxes). A medium and large Big Mac meal is priced at $8.79 and $9.39, respectively. Ordering a Big Mac by delivery will cost approximately $1.50 more than the dine-in price plus the delivery fees.

Big MacAverage dine-in price
Big Mac (without meal)$5.99
Big Mac (with medium meal)$8.79
Big Mac (with large meal)$9.39

What is the nutritional value of Big Mac?

The nutritional values (macros) of a McDonald’s Big Mac are:

NutritionValue
Calories590 Cal
Protein25g
Total Carbs46g (17% DV)
Total Fat34g (44% DV)
Saturated Fat11g (56% DV)
Trans Fat1g
Cholesterol85mg (28% DV)
Dietary Fiber3g (11% DV)
Total Sugars9g
Added Sugars7g (14% DV)
Vitamin D0 mcg (0% DV)
Calcium120mg (10% DV)
Iron4.5mg (25% DV)
Potassium390mg (8% DV)
Sodium1050mg (46% DV)

How many calories are in a Big Mac?

As per McDonald’s nutrition calculator, there are 590 calories or kilocalories (cal, kcal) in a Big Mac. Out of 590 calories, three Big Mac buns have 210 cal, two beef patties contains 190 cal, and Big Mac sauce has 140 cal. The rest 50 calories are in cheese. Lettuce, pickle slices, and onions in Big Mac have 0 calories.

How many carbs are in a Big Mac?

As per McDonald’s nutrition calculator, there are 46g total carbs (43g net carbs) in a Big Mac. Out of 46g total carbs, Big Mac buns have 39g total carbs, two beef patties contain 1g total carbs, and Big Mac sauce has 3g total carbs. The rest 3g total carbs are in lettuce (1g), onions (1g), and cheese slice (1g). Pickles in Big Mac have 0g carbs.

Does McDonald’s have low-carb Big Mac?

No, McDonald’s doesn’t have a low-carb Big Mac. To reduce the carbs in Big Mac to 7g, skip the buns and ask the McDonald’s staff to wrap it in lettuce wraps. For a strict keto diet, skip the Big Mac sauce to minimize the Big Mac carbs (i.e., 4-5g).

How much protein is in a Big Mac?

As per McDonald’s nutrition calculator, a Big Mac has 25g of protein. Out of 25g of protein, Big Mac buns have 7g of protein, two beef patties contain 15g of protein, and Big Mac sauce has 0g of protein. The rest 3g of protein is in the cheese. Pickles, onions, and lettuce in Big Mac have 0g of protein.

How much sodium is in a Big Mac?

As per McDonald’s nutrition calculator, a Big Mac has 1050mg of sodium (salt). Out of 1050mg sodium, Big Mac buns have 310mg sodium, two beef patties contain 310mg sodium, and Big Mac sauce has 135mg sodium. The rest 290mg of sodium is in pickles (90mg) and cheese (200mg). Lettuce and onions in Big Mac have 0g sodium.

What are the ingredients of Big Mac?

There are seven ingredients in Big Mac:

  1. Big Mac Bun
  2. 100% Beef Patty
  3. Shredded Lettuce
  4. Big Mac Sauce
  5. Pasteurized Process American Cheese
  6. Pickle Slices
  7. Onions

What are the ingredients of Big Mac Bun?

The ingredients of Big Mac bun are: Enriched Flour (wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Sugar, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Contains 2% Or Less: Salt, Wheat Gluten, Sesame Seeds, Potato Flour, Vinegar, Dextrose, Corn Starch, Modified Food Starch, Vegetable Proteins (pea, Potato, Rice And/or Faba Bean), Sunflower And/or Canola Oil, Maltodextrin, Natural Flavors, May Contain One Or More Dough Conditioners (datem, Ascorbic Acid, Mono And Diglycerides, Enzymes).

What are Big Mac beef patties made of?

The Big Mac’s two beef patties are made with 100% pure USDA-inspected beef. It doesn’t contain fillers or extenders.

What is the weight of Big Mac beef patties?

Each Big Mac beef patty weighs 1/10 lb (pound), 1.6oz, or 45.36g. Big Mac has two patties and the total weight is 1/5 lb or 0.2 lb.

What are the ingredients of Big Mac Sauce?

The ingredients of Big Mac Sauce are : Soybean Oil, Sweet Relish (diced Pickles, Sugar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Corn Syrup, Xanthan Gum, Calcium Chloride, Spice Extractives), Water, Egg Yolks, Distilled Vinegar, Spices, Onion Powder, Salt, Propylene Glycol Alginate, Garlic Powder, Vegetable Protein (hydrolyzed Corn, Soy And Wheat), Sugar, Caramel Color, Turmeric, Extractives Of Paprika, Soy Lecithin.

What are the ingredients of cheese in Big Mac?

The ingredients of Big Mac’s pasteurized process American cheese are: Milk, Cream, Water, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Cheese Cultures, Citric Acid, Enzymes, Soy Lecithin, Color Added.

What are the ingredients of pickles in Big Mac?

The ingredients of pickles in Big Mac are: Cucumbers, Water, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Calcium Chloride, Alum, Potassium Sorbate (preservative), Natural Flavors, Polysorbate 80, Extractives Of Turmeric (color).

What allergens are in a Big Mac?

Big Mac has five allergens: wheat, sesame, egg, soy, and milk.

  • Allergens in Big Mac Bun: Wheat and Sesame
  • Allergens in Big Mac Sauce: Egg, Soy, and Wheat
  • Allergens in Pasteurized Process American Cheese: Milk and Soy

Does Big Mac have artificial flavors or preservatives?

Only pickles in Big Mac contain an artificial preservative (Potassium Sorbate). The rest six ingredients (Big Mac bun, patty, lettuce, Big Mac sauce, cheese and onions) are free from artificial flavors, preservatives, or added colors from artificial sources.

Can you customise a Big Mac?

Yes, McDonald’s allows customizing the Big Mac through mobile apps and kiosks. You can add extra or remove Big Mac sauce, onions, lettuce, pickles, cheese, patties, salt, and Big Mac bun. Roma tomatoes can also be added to Big Mac for $0.40.

Can you replace Big Mac patties with Quarter Pounder patties?

Yes, you can replace Big Mac patties with Quarter Pounder 1/4 Lb beef patties. It costs an additional $1.89 for a single Quarter Pounder patty. McDonald’s doesn’t provide the option to replace Big Mac patties while ordering online, so it can only be done while physically ordering at the McDonald’s counter.

How can you order a Double Big Mac?

You can order a McDonald’s double Big Mac by adding two extra 1/10 Lb Big Mac beef patties to the classic Big Mac. Each patty costs an extra $0.99.

Are there deals on McDonald’s Big Mac?

Yes, McDonald’s Big Mac has four main deals: free Big Mac on the first purchase of $1+, buy one Big Mac, get one free Big Mac (BOGO), 2 for $5 Mix & Match and Big Mac bundles.

How to get a free Big Mac at McDonald’s?

To get a free Big Mac at McDonald’s, download the McDonald’s app and make your first purchase of $1+ to get the free Big Mac. A free Big Mac can also be availed by redeeming 6000 MyMcDonald’s Rewards points.

Can you get a free Big Mac with MacCoins?

No, the validity of getting a free Big Mac with Big Mac coins (MacCoins) was from 3 August 2018 to 31 December 2018. It was a promotion coin that McDonald’s launched to celebrate the 50th Big Mac anniversary.

What are different types of Big Mac?

There are seven main types of Big Macs, other than the classic Big Mac. These are

  1. Double Big Mac: A Big Mac with four beef patties.
  2. Grand Big Mac: A limited time Big Mac that had larger bun and patties than the classic Big Mac.
  3. Triple Big Mac: A Big Mac with six beef patties.
  4. Mac Junior: A Big Mac with single beef patty and no middle bun.
  5. Big Mac Bacon: A Big Mac with crispy bacon.
  6. Chicken Big Mac: A Big Mac with chicken patties instead of beef.
  7. Denali Big Mac: A Big Mac with large buns and patty. It’s only available in Alaska.

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