McDonald's Cheeseburger - Price, Nutrition & Allergens

Cheeseburger Price- $3.89 | 300 Cal.

Experience the cheesy deliciousness of a McDonald’s Cheeseburger! This simple, classic burger starts with a 100% pure beef patty seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper.

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The McDonald’s Cheeseburger is topped with a tangy pickle, chopped onions, ketchup, mustard, and a slice of melty American cheese. It contains no artificial flavors, preservatives, or added colors from artificial sources.* Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you prefer. For more delicious burger variations, explore the McDonald’s burger menu.

At 300 calories per burger, this timeless favorite delivers iconic flavor at an unbeatable value. Order one today from the full menu in the app using contactless Mobile Order & Pay for pickup or McDelivery®, and earn points on every order with MyMcDonald’s Rewards to redeem for a free Cheeseburger.

National sandwiches only. Excludes local and limited time options.

Mobile Order & Pay, McDelivery and MyMcDonald’s Rewards program available at participating McDonald’s. Refer to MyMcDonald’s Program Terms for details. Excludes delivery. McD app download and registration required.

Craving the perfect bite of cheesy, beefy satisfaction? The McDonald’s Cheeseburger remains a timeless classic—whether you need a quick snack or a full meal, this simple burger delivers every time.

💲 McDonald’s Cheeseburger Price

Cheeseburger — $3.89 | 300 Cal.
One 100% beef patty with American cheese, pickles, chopped onions, ketchup, and mustard on a regular bun.

Double Cheeseburger — $6.19 | 440 Cal.
Two beef patties and two slices of American cheese with pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard on a regular bun.

Triple Cheeseburger — $6.48 | 530 Cal.
Three beef patties and two slices of American cheese with pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard on a regular bun.

Cheeseburger Combo Meal — $11.69+ | 1,130 Cal.
Two Cheeseburgers, medium World Famous Fries®, and a medium Coca-Cola®.

Ingredients in the McDonald’s Cheeseburger

A 100% pure beef patty, seasoned with salt and pepper, topped with a slice of melted American cheese, garnished with pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard, and served on a soft regular bun.

Ingredient	Description
Beef Patty	100% USDA-inspected beef, seasoned with just salt and black pepper. No fillers, no extenders.
Regular Bun	Enriched flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, riboflavin, folic acid), water, sugar, yeast, soybean oil. Contains 2% or less of: salt, wheat gluten, potato flour, vinegar, dextrose, corn starch, vegetable proteins, sunflower/canola oil, natural flavors, dough conditioners (DATEM, ascorbic acid, mono- and diglycerides, enzymes).
American Cheese	Pasteurized process cheese made with milk, cream, water, sodium citrate, salt, cheese cultures, citric acid, soy lecithin, and color added.
Pickle Slices	Cucumbers, water, distilled vinegar, salt, calcium chloride, alum, potassium sorbate (preservative), natural flavors, polysorbate 80, turmeric extract (for color).
Onions	Rehydrated chopped onions that add a sharp, savory bite.
Ketchup	Tomato concentrate from red ripe tomatoes, distilled vinegar, high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, water, salt, natural flavors.
Mustard	Distilled vinegar, water, mustard seed, salt, turmeric, paprika, spices, garlic powder.

Nutritional Information: McDonald’s Cheeseburger

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Total Calories	300 Cal
Total Fat	13g	16%
Total Carbohydrate	32g	12%
Protein	15g
Saturated Fat	6g	29%
Dietary Fiber	2g	6%
Calcium	100mg	8%
Trans Fat	0.5g
Total Sugars	7g
Added Sugars	5g	10%
Iron	3mg	15%
Cholesterol	40mg	14%
Vitamin D	0mcg	0%
Potassium	220mg	4%
Sodium	720mg	31%

McDonald’s Cheeseburger Combo Meal

✅ Cheeseburger Combo Meal: $11.69+ — includes a classic McDonald’s Cheeseburger, medium World Famous Fries®, and a medium drink for about ~1,130 calories total.

Enjoy a juicy cheeseburger with 100% beef, melty American cheese, pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard on a soft bun—paired with crispy fries and an icy drink for a simple, satisfying meal anytime! 🍔🍟🥤

Allergen Information

Regular Bun

Ingredients: 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, 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).

Contains:

Wheat

May Contain:

Sesame

100% Beef Patty

Ingredients: 100% Pure USDA Inspected Beef; No Fillers, No Extenders.

Prepared With Grill Seasoning (Salt, Black Pepper).

Pasteurized Process American Cheese

Ingredients: Milk, Cream, Water, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Cheese Cultures, Citric Acid, Enzymes, Soy Lecithin, Color Added.

Contain:

Milk

Soy

Ketchup

Ingredients: Tomato Concentrate From Red Ripe Tomatoes, Distilled Vinegar, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Corn Syrup, Water, Salt, Natural Flavors.

Pickle Slices

Ingredients: Cucumbers, Water, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Calcium Chloride, Alum, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Natural Flavors, Polysorbate 80, Extractives Of Turmeric (Color).

Onions

Ingredients: Onions.

Mustard

Ingredients: Distilled Vinegar, Water, Mustard Seed, Salt, Turmeric, Paprika, Spice Extractive.

Frequently Asked Questions – McDonald’s Cheeseburger

The McDonald’s Cheeseburger is a classic because it keeps things simple—made with a soft regular bun, 100% pure beef patty lightly seasoned with salt and pepper, real American cheese, plus tangy pickles, chopped onions, ketchup, and mustard. It has that iconic balance of savory, salty, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors that people have loved for generations. Nothing fancy, just reliable taste that always hits the spot.

A single McDonald’s Cheeseburger has about 300 calories, making it one of the lighter burger choices on the menu. It’s a quick snack or can be doubled up for something more filling. Keep in mind the condiments and cheese add sodium and fat, so check the full nutritional chart if you’re counting macros.

The Cheeseburger Combo Meal includes one classic Cheeseburger, a medium order of World Famous Fries®, and a medium fountain drink. The meal totals around 1,130 calories, depending on your drink choice. It’s perfect if you want the comfort of the Cheeseburger with enough to make a full, satisfying meal.

A single Cheeseburger usually starts around $2.39, depending on location. The Cheeseburger Combo Meal, which includes fries and a drink, is typically priced around $11.69 and up before tax. For delivery orders, prices might be slightly higher, plus additional fees may apply.

Yes! The patty is made with 100% pure USDA-inspected beef—no fillers, no extenders, no artificial beef flavors. It’s simply seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper while cooking. McDonald’s has used this same straightforward recipe for decades, which is why people trust the flavor.

A McDonald’s Cheeseburger contains common allergens including wheat (bun), milk and soy (cheese), and the bun may contain sesame. The pickles have an artificial preservative, which you can skip if preferred. If you have allergies, always check the latest ingredient list or ask staff at your local McDonald’s as ingredients can vary by location.

Absolutely. One of the best things about McDonald’s is how easy it is to tweak your order. You can ask for no pickles, no onions, extra cheese, more ketchup, or even double the patties to make it a Double Cheeseburger. Many people customize it to suit their taste—especially to lower sodium or avoid the pickles’ preservative.

The Cheeseburger doesn’t contain artificial flavors, colors, or added preservatives in the beef, bun, cheese, or condiments, except the pickles which use an artificial preservative to keep them shelf stable. If you prefer no artificial preservatives at all, skip the pickles and still enjoy the classic taste.

For many people, the combo meal is worth it for a full lunch or dinner on the go. You’re getting a cheeseburger plus medium fries and a drink for under $12 in most places, which is still one of the more affordable fast food combos compared to other restaurants. Plus, you can earn MyMcDonald’s Rewards points for free food later.

Yes! Unlike breakfast sandwiches, the McDonald’s Cheeseburger is available all day at most locations—lunch, dinner, late-night drive-thru runs, you name it. You can order it in the restaurant, through Mobile Order & Pay in the app, or get it delivered with McDelivery® depending on your location. It’s one of those classic menu items that’s always available when you need it.