How we scored it
This product is ultra-processed with refined flour and palm oil as key ingredients, which are significant red flags. The presence of added sugars and multiple additives further reduces its healthiness.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 pie (77g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 230 | |
| Total fat | 11g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 100mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33g | 12% |
| Dietary fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugars | 14g | |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
McDonald's's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8Palm OilVery Bad
Palm Oil is a highly processed fat associated with environmental concerns and potential health issues when consumed in excess.
See more about Palm Oil →Enriched FlourBad
Enriched Flour is a highly processed ingredient that has been stripped of some natural nutrients and often contains additives.
See more about Enriched Flour →Bleached Wheat FlourBad
Bleached Wheat Flour undergoes chemical processing to whiten it, which reduces some natural nutrients and involves chemical treatments.
See more about Bleached Wheat Flour →SugarBad
Sugar is a refined sweetener that adds flavor but can contribute to excessive calorie intake when consumed frequently.
See more about Sugar →Modified Food StarchBad
Modified Food Starch is a heavily processed additive used as a thickener, often with minimal nutritional value.
See more about Modified Food Starch →Invert SyrupBad
Invert Syrup is a processed sweetener that can contribute to high sugar content and is often used to improve texture.
Sunflower LecithinBad
Sunflower Lecithin is a processed emulsifier that helps ingredients blend but is a highly refined additive.
See more about Sunflower Lecithin →Dough ConditionerBad
Dough Conditioner is a processed additive used to improve dough properties, often containing artificial ingredients.
See more about Dough Conditioner →Scout's score is an independent read of McDonald's's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored October 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full McDonald's menu.