McDonald's Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese Price, Nutrition, Allergen

Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese Price: $6.99 Calories: 740 Cal

McDonald’s Quarter Pounder® with Cheese Meal

Every Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese features two quarter pound* 100% fresh beef burger patties that are hot, incredibly juicy, and cooked right when you place your order. McDonald’s beef 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 melty American cheese on a sesame seed bun. It’s made without artificial flavors, preservatives, or added colors from artificial sources.** The only exception? Our pickles contain an artificial preservative, so feel free to skip them if that’s a concern.

There are 740 calories in a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese from McDonald’s. Enjoy it as is or upgrade to a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal served with our World Famous Fries® and your choice of soft drink. Order a Double QPC today from our full menu in the app using contactless Mobile Order & Pay^ for pickup or McDelivery®.

*Weight before cooking 4 oz. per patty
**National sandwiches only. Excludes local and limited time options. Available at most restaurants in the contiguous US. Not available in Alaska, Hawaii, and US Territories.
^Mobile Order & Pay at participating McDonald’s. McD app download and registration required.

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Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese Price

The McDonald’s Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese typically costs around $7.99 – $9.49 as a single sandwich, depending on your location and regional pricing.

Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese Meal: Approximately $11.99 – $13.99 (includes medium World Famous Fries® and medium soft drink)

Prices may vary by location and can be higher when ordering through McDelivery®, with additional delivery fees applying. Check the McDonald’s app for current pricing in your area.

Ingredients Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese

This burger features a powerful combination of two fresh beef patties, melted cheese, pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard, all served on a fluffy sesame seed bun for that classic and satisfying taste.

Component	Ingredients / Details
Quarter Pound 100% Beef Patty*	Two quarter-pound 100% pure beef patties, seasoned with just salt and pepper
Quarter Pound Bun	Sesame seed bun (enriched flour, water, sugar, yeast, soybean oil, salt)
Pasteurized Process American Cheese	American cheese slices (milk, whey, milkfat, salt, cheese culture, enzymes)
Ketchup	Tomato concentrate, distilled vinegar, high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, salt, spice
Pickle Slices	Dill pickles (cucumbers, water, vinegar, salt, calcium chloride, alum, natural flavors)
Onions	Chopped onions
Mustard	Distilled vinegar, water, mustard seed, salt, turmeric, paprika, spice

Notes:

“Quarter Pound” refers to weight before cooking.
Component list above is the standard build; quantities for each component may vary by market and restaurant.

Nutritional Information Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese

Nutrient	Amount	Percent Daily Value
Calories	740 Cal
Total Fat	42 g	54 Percent
Saturated Fat	20 g	98 Percent
Trans Fat	2.5 g
Cholesterol	165 mg	55 Percent
Sodium	1360 mg	59 Percent
Total Carbohydrate	43 g	16 Percent
Dietary Fiber	2 g	9 Percent
Total Sugars	10 g
Added Sugars	8 g	16 Percent
Protein	48 g
Calcium	200 mg	15 Percent
Iron	6 mg	35 Percent
Potassium	660 mg	15 Percent
Vitamin D	0 mcg	0 Percent

Allergen Information Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese

Quarter Pound 100% Beef Patty*

Ingredients: 100% Pure Usda Inspected Beef; No Fillers, No Extenders.
Prepared With Grill Seasoning (salt, Black Pepper).*weight Before Cooking 4 Oz.

Quarter Pound Bun

Ingredients: 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.

Contains:

Wheat

Sesame

Pasteurized Process American Cheese

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

Contains:

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.

Summary – Contains:

Wheat

Sesame

Milk

Soy

Frequently Asked Questions – Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese

The Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese is McDonald’s most substantial burger, featuring two quarter-pound (pre-cooked weight) 100% fresh beef patties for a total of half a pound of beef. Each patty is cooked to order on a flat iron grill with just salt and pepper seasoning, then stacked with two slices of melted American cheese, slivered onions, tangy dill pickles, ketchup, and mustard on a toasted sesame seed bun. It’s designed for those who want maximum beef flavor and a truly filling meal.

The Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese typically costs between $7.99 and $9.49 as a single sandwich, depending on your location and local market pricing.
As a combo meal with medium fries and a medium drink, expect to pay approximately $11.99 to $13.99. Prices can be higher in urban areas or when ordering through McDelivery®, which includes additional delivery fees and service charges.
Check the McDonald’s app for the most accurate pricing in your area and watch for app-exclusive deals or promotions.

The burger includes:

Two quarter-pound beef patties (100% fresh beef, never frozen)
Two slices of American cheese
Dill pickle slices
Slivered onions
Ketchup
Mustard
Sesame seed bun

Each component is carefully selected to complement the fresh beef patties, which are the star of the sandwich. The beef contains no fillers or extenders—just pure USDA-inspected beef seasoned simply with salt and pepper.

No, it is not gluten-free. The sesame seed bun contains wheat flour, making it unsuitable for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Additionally, the burger is prepared in a shared kitchen environment where cross-contamination with gluten-containing products is likely during preparation. Even if you were to order it without the bun, cross-contact risk would still exist on cooking surfaces and preparation areas.

Yes, absolutely! You can customize your Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese by removing any condiments or toppings. Common modifications include:

No pickles – For those who don’t like pickles
No onions – If you prefer it without
No ketchup or mustard – To reduce sugar or for personal preference
No cheese – To reduce calories and dairy
Extra cheese – For more cheesy goodness
Extra pickles or onions – For more flavor

These customizations can be easily made through the McDonald’s app, at the in-store kiosk, or by requesting modifications at the counter or drive-thru. The app typically offers the most control over customization options.

The Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese contains the following allergens:

Milk – From American cheese
Soy – From cheese (soy lecithin)
Wheat – From sesame seed bun
Sesame – From sesame seeds on the bun

These allergens make the burger unsuitable for people with related food allergies. Cross-contact with other allergens is also possible during preparation in the shared kitchen environment.

The Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese contains 740 calories per sandwich, making it one of the higher-calorie options on the McDonald’s menu.

Here’s the complete nutritional breakdown:

Protein: 48g (excellent for satiety and muscle maintenance)
Total Fat: 42g (54% DV)
Saturated Fat: 20g (98% DV)
Carbohydrates: 43g (16% DV)
Sodium: 1,360mg (59% DV)
Trans Fat: 2.5g

A combo meal with medium fries and a medium Coke adds approximately 530 calories, bringing the total to around 1,270 calories for the complete meal.

The patties are made with 100% fresh beef and cooked to order. Unlike many fast-food burgers that use frozen beef, McDonald’s Quarter Pounder patties (including those in the Double Quarter Pounder) are never frozen in U.S. locations.
The fresh beef is delivered to restaurants and kept refrigerated, then cooked on a flat iron grill when you place your order. This fresh-never-frozen approach results in juicier, more flavorful patties with a better texture than frozen alternatives. It’s one of the key factors that sets the Quarter Pounder line apart from other McDonald’s burgers.

Yes, the Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese is available through McDelivery® and Mobile Order & Pay. You can order it for delivery using:

McDonald’s App – McDelivery® feature with rewards points
Uber Eats – Wide availability
DoorDash – Convenient delivery option
Grubhub – Available in most markets

Delivery prices are typically higher than in-store prices, and additional delivery fees and service charges apply. The McDonald’s app often offers the best deals and allows you to earn MyMcDonald’s Rewards points on your order.

The burger itself is largely preservative-free. The fresh beef patties, cheese, bun (except for minor dough conditioners), ketchup, mustard, and onions do not contain artificial preservatives.
However, the pickles do contain preservatives, specifically potassium sorbate, which helps maintain their crispness and shelf life. If you want to avoid all preservatives, you can easily request “no pickles” when ordering.

Yes, some locations offer bun alternatives, though availability varies:

Lettuce wrap – Available at select locations for a low-carb option
No bun – Order it “protein style” or bunless
Different bun type – Availability depends on location

While options like brioche buns may not be standard for this item, you can always ask what alternatives your local McDonald’s offers. The McDonald’s app may show available substitutions for your specific location.

Yes, the Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese is frequently sold as part of a value meal combo that includes:

Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese sandwich
Medium World Famous Fries®
Medium soft drink (choice of Coca-Cola®, Sprite®, Dr Pepper®, etc.)

You can typically upgrade to large fries and drink for a small additional charge, or substitute the drink for a shake, smoothie, or McCafé beverage. The combo meal offers better value than purchasing items separately.

No, the Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese is not vegetarian. It contains:

Beef – Two quarter-pound patties
Dairy ingredients – American cheese

Even if you were to remove the beef (which defeats the purpose of this burger), it would still be prepared on the same grill as meat products, making it unsuitable for strict vegetarians.

No, this sandwich is not vegan. It includes multiple animal-based products:

Beef patties – Primary ingredient
American cheese – Contains milk and dairy
Bun – May contain dairy derivatives

There are no plant-based substitutions available that would make this burger vegan while maintaining its essential character.

The Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese is particularly notable for its high protein content:

Protein: 48 grams (excellent for muscle maintenance and satiety)
Total Fat: 42 grams (54% of daily value)
Saturated Fat: 20 grams (98% of daily value)

The high protein content makes this burger one of the most protein-rich items on the McDonald’s menu, which can help keep you full for hours. However, the saturated fat content is also quite high, nearly meeting the entire recommended daily limit in a single sandwich.

Yes, the Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese is available throughout the day at most McDonald’s locations. Unlike breakfast items that are only served during morning hours, this burger is part of the all-day menu and can be ordered from when lunch service begins (typically 10:30 AM or 11:00 AM) until closing.
Some 24-hour locations serve it around the clock after breakfast hours end.

Yes, the ketchup contains high fructose corn syrup as a sweetening ingredient. This is standard for most commercial ketchups and contributes to the 8 grams of added sugars in the sandwich.
If you want to avoid high fructose corn syrup, you can request the burger without ketchup, which will reduce the added sugar content. You could also bring your own ketchup alternative if you prefer.

Here’s a quick comparison:

Double Quarter Pounder® with Cheese:

740 calories
Two quarter-pound patties (half pound total)
48g protein
1,360mg sodium
Two cheese slices

Quarter Pounder® with Cheese:

520 calories
One quarter-pound patty
30g protein
1,140mg sodium
Two cheese slices

The Double version essentially provides twice the beef, significantly more protein (+18g), and approximately 220 more calories. It’s designed for those with heartier appetites or anyone seeking maximum protein and beef flavor.

This depends on your dietary goals and appetite:

Reasons it might be worth it:

✅ Exceptional protein content (48g) for muscle maintenance and satiety
✅ Made with fresh, never-frozen 100% beef
✅ Cooked to order for optimal quality
✅ Very filling and satisfying
✅ Good value for the amount of food

Considerations:

❌ High in calories (740) and saturated fat (98% DV)
❌ Contains almost 60% of daily sodium limit
❌ Not suitable for those watching calories or fat intake
❌ Very indulgent option

If you’re looking for a substantial, protein-rich meal and aren’t concerned about the calorie and fat content, the Double Quarter Pounder® delivers excellent value and satisfaction. For lighter options, consider the regular Quarter Pounder® or other McDonald’s sandwiches.