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Quarter Pounder
Calories & nutrition facts
mcdonald's
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 244 kcal —
- Protein 14 g 28%
- Carbohydrate 21 g 7%
- Fat 12 g 15%
- Saturated fat 4 g 20%
- Fibre 1.6 g 6%
- Sugars 5.1 g —
- Sodium 427 mg 19%
- Cholesterol 39 mg 13%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin C 0.9 mg 1%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.18 mg 15%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.34 mg 26%
- Niacin (B3) 4.5 mg 28%
- Folate (B9) 56 µg 14%
- Vitamin B12 1.3 µg 53%
Minerals
- Calcium 84 mg 6%
- Iron 2.4 mg 13%
- Magnesium 22 mg 5%
- Phosphorus 124 mg 10%
- Potassium 227 mg 5%
- Zinc 2.7 mg 24%
- Copper 0.11 mg 12%
- Manganese 0.2 mg 9%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 244 | 14 g | 21 g | 12 g |
| 1 × item | 171 g | 417 | 24 g | 35 g | 20 g |
| 2 × item | 342 g | 834 | 48 g | 70 g | 40 g |
| ½ × item | 85.5 g | 209 | 12 g | 18 g | 9.9 g |
| 3 × item | 513 g | 1252 | 72 g | 106 g | 59 g |
| 4 × item | 684 g | 1669 | 96 g | 141 g | 79 g |
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Questions about Quarter Pounder
What is a Quarter Pounder?
It is a beef burger named for the quarter-pound weight of its patty before cooking. It is usually served in a bun with toppings such as onion, pickles, ketchup and mustard; recipes and portions can differ.
How much does a Quarter Pounder weigh?
A typical cheeseburger portion is about 170 g, including the bun and toppings. The name refers to the patty’s uncooked weight, not the weight of the finished burger.
How do you cook a Quarter Pounder at home?
Shape minced beef into a patty about 1.5 cm thick and wider than the bun, as it shrinks while cooking. Pan-fry over medium-high heat for about 3–4 minutes per side, and cook until the centre reaches 71 °C; rest briefly before assembling.
What goes in a classic Quarter Pounder?
A classic version pairs a beef patty with a soft sesame-seed bun, sliced onion, pickles, ketchup and mustard. Add cheese for a cheeseburger-style version, or lettuce and tomato for a fresher take.
How is a Quarter Pounder different from a cheeseburger?
A Quarter Pounder is defined by its larger beef patty, while “cheeseburger” simply means a burger with cheese and does not specify patty size. A Quarter Pounder can be served with or without cheese.
How does a Quarter Pounder compare with a Quarter Pounder with cheese?
Per 100 g, the Quarter Pounder with cheese has 269 kcal and 14.4 g fat, compared with 244 kcal and 12 g fat in a Quarter Pounder. The cheese version also has 18.5 g carbohydrate per 100 g, against 21 g.
Can you freeze a cooked Quarter Pounder?
For best texture, freeze the cooked patty separately from the bun and fresh toppings. Cool it promptly, wrap it airtight and freeze; thaw in the fridge, then reheat until steaming hot throughout.
Is a Quarter Pounder high in protein?
A 170 g portion provides 24 g of protein. The protein comes mainly from the beef patty.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 170321 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
