How to order it
Plain Top Bun·Ground Beef Patty·Ketchup·Cheese·Pickles
How we scored it
This cheeseburger contains multiple harmful ingredients such as high fructose corn syrup, soybean oil, and artificial additives, indicating a high level of processing. The presence of refined flour and added sugars further reduces its nutritional quality.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 cheeseburger | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 400 | |
| Total fat | 18g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans fat | 1g | |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 910mg | 40% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36g | 13% |
| Dietary fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugars | 8g | |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
Dairy Queen's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Soybean OilVery Bad
Soybean oil is highly processed and contains omega-6 fats, which can promote inflammation when consumed excessively.
See more about Soybean Oil →Sunflower OilVery Bad
Sunflower oil is highly processed and rich in omega-6 fats, which can promote inflammation if overused.
See more about Sunflower Oil →Canola OilVery Bad
Canola oil is highly processed and contains omega-6 fats, which may contribute to inflammation.
See more about Canola Oil →Unbleached Enriched FlourBad
This ingredient is refined and enriched, which means it has been processed and stripped of some natural nutrients, making it less wholesome.
See more about Unbleached Enriched Flour →Wheat FlourBad
Wheat flour is refined and processed, often lacking in fiber and nutrients compared to whole grains.
See more about Wheat Flour →High Frucose Corn SyrupBad
This sweetener is highly processed and can contribute to blood sugar spikes and excess calorie intake.
SugarBad
Sugar is a refined carbohydrate that provides energy but can lead to health issues when consumed in excess.
See more about Sugar →MonoglyceridesBad
Monoglycerides are processed fats used as emulsifiers, which are often considered less healthy due to their processed nature.
See more about Monoglycerides →Scout's score is an independent read of Dairy Queen's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored September 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Dairy Queen menu.