Hamburger: The Classic McDonald's Burger - Price, Nutrition & Allergens

Hamburger: The Classic McDonald’s Burger Price: $3.99 | Calories: 250 Cal.

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The Classic McDonald’s Hamburger begins with a 100% pure beef patty seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper. Next, the McDonald’s burger is topped with a tangy pickle, chopped onions, ketchup, and mustard.

Wondering about the difference between a Hamburger and a Cheeseburger? A slice of cheese in the latter! At 250 calories, a McDonald’s Hamburger contains no artificial flavors, preservatives, or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you prefer.

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Order yours in the drive-thru, for curbside pickup with Mobile Order & Pay, or delivered to your door with McDelivery®.

Ingredients in the Hamburger

📋 Ingredient Details

Ingredient	Description
Beef Patty	100% USDA-inspected beef, seasoned on the grill with just salt and black pepper. No fillers or 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).
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, adding a mild, savory crunch.
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: Hamburger

The McDonald’s Hamburger is a lighter choice with 250 calories and a moderate amount of 12g of protein, making it a decent option for a smaller meal. It’s relatively low in saturated fat and cholesterol, and provides essential nutrients like iron and potassium. While it does contain some added sugars and sodium, it can fit into a balanced diet when enjoyed occasionally.

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calories	250	—
Total Fat	9g	11%
Saturated Fat	3.5g	17%
Trans Fat	0g	—
Cholesterol	30mg	9%
Sodium	510mg	22%
Total Carbohydrates	31g	11%
Dietary Fiber	1g	5%
Total Sugars	6g	—
Added Sugars	5g	10%
Protein	12g	—
Vitamin D	0mcg	0%
Calcium	20mg	2%
Iron	3mg	15%
Potassium	200mg	4%

Allergen Information: Hamburger

Regular 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: Salt, Dextrose, Corn Starch, Modified Food Starch, Wheat Gluten, Vinegar, Vegetable Proteins (pea, Potato, Rice And/or Faba), Sunflower And/or Canola Oil, Maltodextrin, Natural Flavors, Dough Conditioners (enzymes, Ascorbic Acid, Monoglycerides).

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).

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 Hamburger

The McDonald’s Hamburger earns its classic status because it follows a timeless recipe that’s remained largely unchanged through the years. It showcases a 100% pure beef patty seasoned with simple salt and pepper, topped with crisp pickles, diced onions, tangy ketchup, and mustard — all served on a lightly toasted regular bun. There’s no cheese or specialty sauce, just straightforward and original flavor that has endured through time.

A regular McDonald’s Hamburger contains about 250 calories, positioning it among the lower-calorie burgers on the menu. It’s a solid choice for those wanting a quick, lighter meal without compromising flavor.

Yes, McDonald’s utilizes 100% USDA-inspected pure beef in their patties. There are no fillers, extenders, additives, or preservatives. The beef is flash-frozen for freshness and grilled fresh to order with only salt and pepper.

Yes, you can completely customize your hamburger. Whether you want to eliminate the pickles, onions, ketchup, mustard — or all of them — McDonald’s allows you to select your toppings either in-store, through the app, or at the kiosk.

Yes, the bun is lightly toasted before the burger is assembled. This helps warm the sandwich and introduces a bit of texture, making the burger taste fresher and more appealing.

There’s no dairy in the patty or its standard toppings. However, the bun may be produced in a bakery that handles dairy, so individuals with severe dairy allergies should be cautious due to the possibility of cross-contact.

No, the hamburger doesn’t contain monosodium glutamate (MSG). The flavor comes solely from the natural beef and simple toppings like ketchup and mustard.

The pickles aren’t sliced fresh in-store. They arrive pre-sliced and preserved with vinegar and a preservative to maintain flavor and texture. You can omit them if you prefer.

No, the hamburger isn’t gluten-free because the regular bun contains wheat. While you can order it bunless, McDonald’s kitchens are not gluten-free environments, so cross-contact is possible.

Yes, the Hamburger is available for delivery through McDelivery® at most participating locations. You can order it through the McDonald’s app or third-party delivery platforms like Uber Eats or DoorDash.

The sole difference between the Hamburger and Cheeseburger is the slice of cheese. The Cheeseburger includes one slice of American cheese, while the Hamburger does not. Everything else is identical.

No, the hamburger only features ketchup and mustard. It doesn’t include mayo, special sauce, or Big Mac sauce.

Yes, in many locations the Hamburger is among the most affordable menu items and may appear on the $1 $2 $3 Dollar Menu. However, pricing may vary depending on the restaurant and region.

Yes, the Hamburger is a popular selection for kids and is often offered as a main item in Happy Meals. It’s simple, mild in flavor, and easy to eat.

No, the hamburger doesn’t contain artificial flavors or colors. The only exception is the pickle, which includes a preservative to keep it shelf-stable.