McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese: Price, Nutrition, Ingredients, & Allergens

McDonald's Menu Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese

McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese burger features two ¼ lb (4 ounces, 113.4 grams) quarter pound 100% beef patties. The patties are seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper, sizzled on a flat iron grill, then topped with slivered onions, tangy pickles and two slices of American cheese on a sesame seed bun.

McDonald’s menu also offers medium and large Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese meals. The meal includes a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese, fries (medium or large), and a beverage (medium or large) of choice.

How much is a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese at McDonald’s?

In 2024, the average dine-in or takeaway price of McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese is $8.67 (without taxes). A medium and large Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese meal is priced at $10.39 and $11.19, respectively. Ordering a Double Quarter Pounder by delivery will cost approximately $1.49 more than the dine-in price plus the delivery fees.

Double Quarter Pounder with CheeseAverage dine-in price
Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese (without meal)$8.67
Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese (with medium meal)$10.39
Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese (with large meal)$11.19

What is the nutritional value of McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese?

The nutritional values (macros) of a McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese are:

NutritionValue
Calories740 Cal
Protein48g
Total Carbs43g (16% DV)
Total Fat42g (54% DV)
Saturated Fat20g (98% DV)
Trans Fat2.5g
Cholesterol165mg (55% DV)
Dietary Fiber2g (9% DV)
Total Sugars10g
Added Sugars8g (16% DV)
Vitamin D0 mcg (0% DV)
Calcium200mg (15% DV)
Iron6mg (35% DV)
Potassium660mg (15% DV)
Sodium1360mg (59% DV)

How many calories are in a McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese?

As per McDonald’s nutrition calculator, there are 740 calories or kilocalories (cal, kcal) in a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese. Out of 740 calories, Quarter Pound Bun has 180 cal, and two ¼ lb Quarter Pounder beef patties contain 440 cal. The rest, 120 calories, are in two cheese slices (100 cal) and ketchup (20 cal). Pickles, onions, and mustard in Double Quarter Pounder have 0 calories.

How many carbs are in a McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese?

As per McDonald’s nutrition calculator, a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese has 43g total carbs (41g net carbs). Out of 43g total carbs, the Double Quarter Pounder bun has 34g total carbs, and two ¼ lb Quarter Pounder beef patties contain 1g total carbs. The rest 8g total carbs are in ketchup (4g), onions (1g) and two cheese slices (3g). Pickles and mustard in Quarter Pounder have 0g carbs.

How much protein is in a McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese?

As per McDonald’s nutrition calculator, there is 48g of protein in a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese. Out of 48g protein, the Quarter Pounder bun has 6g protein, and two ¼ lb Quarter Pounder beef patties contain 36g protein. The rest 6g protein is in two cheese slices. Pickles, ketchup, and mustard in Quarter Pounder has 0g protein.

What are the ingredients of McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese?

There are seven ingredients in McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese:

  1. Two Quarter Pound 100% Beef Patties
  2. Quarter Pound Bun
  3. Pasteurized Process American Cheese
  4. Ketchup
  5. Pickle Slices
  6. Onions
  7. Mustard

What are the ingredients of McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder Bun?

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

What are McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder beef patties made of?

The McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder two beef patties are made with 100% pure USDA-inspected beef. They don’t contain fillers or extenders. The patties are cooked using grill seasoning (salt, black pepper).

What is the weight of McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder beef patties?

McDonald’s double Quarter pounder two beef patties weigh ½ lb (8 ounces, 226.8 grams) before it’s cooked. Each patty is ¼ lb (4 ounces, 113.4 grams) before it’s cooked. The weight of the patty decreases by 20% to 30% after cooking.

What are the ingredients of cheese used in McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder?

The ingredients of McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder 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 ketchup used in McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder?

The ingredients of ketchup used in McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder are: Tomato Concentrate From Red Ripe Tomatoes, Distilled Vinegar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Water, Salt, Natural Flavors.

What are the ingredients of pickles used in McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder?

The ingredients of pickles used in McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder are: Cucumbers, Water, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Calcium Chloride, Alum, Potassium Sorbate (preservative), Natural Flavors, Polysorbate 80, Extractives Of Turmeric (color). 

What are the ingredients of mustard used in McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder?

The ingredients of mustard used in McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder are: Distilled Vinegar, Water, Mustard Seed, Salt, Turmeric, Paprika, Spice Extractive.

What allergens are in a McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese?

McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese has four allergens: wheat, sesame, milk, and soy.

  • Allergens in Quarter Pound Bun: Wheat, Sesame
  • Allergens in Pasteurized Process American Cheese: Milk, Soy

Does McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese have artificial flavors or preservatives?

Only McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese pickles contain an artificial preservative (Potassium Sorbate). The rest six ingredients (Quarter Pounder bun, Quarter Pounder patties, mustard, cheese, ketchup and onions) are free from artificial flavors, preservatives, or added colors from artificial sources.

Can you customise a McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese?

Yes, McDonald’s allows customizing Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese through mobile apps and kiosks. You can add extra or remove mustard, onions, pickles, cheese, patty, salt, and a Quarter Pounder bun. Roma tomatoes, three half-strips bacon, lettuce, and mayonnaise can also be added to Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese for an additional price.

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