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McDonald's Nutrition Calculator
Calories
70kcal
293 kJ (4% Daily Value)
Total Sugar
9g
~2.3 Sugar Packets
Protein
0.8g
9g Total Carbs
Total Fat
4g
3g Saturated Fat
Caffeine
109mg
27% of 400mg Daily Limit
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Popular McCafé Coffee Presets1-Click Fast Ordering
20 kcal / shot
Portions:
2
Sugar & Splenda15 kcal / packet
Sugar Packets:
2
Splenda® / Equal (0 cal):
0
0 kcal / pump
Pumps:0
McCafé Beverage Extras
Nutrition Facts
Small • Coffee (2x Creamer)
Amount Per ServingCalories
70Energy: 293 kJ
Total Fat 4g5% DV
Saturated Fat 3g15% DV
Trans Fat 0g—
Cholesterol 0mg0% DV
Sodium 0mg0% DV
Total Carbohydrate 9g3% DV
Dietary Fiber 0g0% DV
Total Sugars 9g (~2.3 packets)18%
Protein 0.8g2% DV
Vitamin A: 0% DVVitamin C: 0% DVCalcium: 0% DVIron: 0% DV
Estimated Caffeine109 mg (27% Limit)
Base Item: 0 kcalCustom Additions: +70 kcal
McDonald's Order Visualizer
Small Coffee
Creamer / Milk:2x Coffee Cream (Half-and-Half)
Sugar / Sweeteners:2 Sugars
Sugar Cubes2.3 cubes
Walk Burn17 min
Caffeine109 mg
McDonald's Drive-Thru Script
“Can I get a Small Coffee, with 2 Creamer, 2 sugars.”
McCafé Caffeine Breakdown: Iced Coffee vs. Brewed Coffee vs. Frappes
Many consumers are surprised to learn that McDonald's Iced Coffee contains more caffeine than standard brewed hot coffee. Because iced coffee is brewed at a concentrated double strength to prevent dilution when poured over ice, a Large (32 fl oz) Iced Coffee packs 320 mg of caffeine—which is 80% of the FDA's recommended 400 mg daily limit.
Brewed & Cold Drinks (Medium / Standard)
- Iced Coffee (24 oz): ~200 mg
- Premium Roast Coffee (16 oz): ~145 mg
- McCafé Latte (16 oz): ~142 mg
- Mocha Frappe (16 oz): ~100 mg
- Decaf Coffee (16 oz): ~11 mg
Espresso & Specialty Drinks (Medium / Standard)
- McCafé Mocha (16 oz): ~167 mg
- Caramel Macchiato (16 oz): ~142 mg
- Caramel Frappe (16 oz): ~90 mg
- Hot Chocolate (16 oz): ~12 mg
- Extra Espresso Shot (+1): +71 mg
Compare daily caffeine clearance with our Caffeine Half-Life Calculator and check other drive-thrus using our Starbucks Coffee Calculator, Dunkin' Nutrition Calculator, and Tim Hortons Nutrition Calculator.
The Sugar-Free French Vanilla Hack: Save 140 Calories
By default, a Medium McCafé Iced Coffee contains 190 calories and 28 grams of sugar because it is built with liquid cane sugar and table cream. McDonald's is one of the only major chains offering a zero-calorie, zero-sugar Sugar-Free French Vanilla Syrup. Asking for “Medium Iced Coffee with Sugar-Free French Vanilla, no liquid sugar, and 1 creamer” slashes the beverage to approximately 45 calories and under 1 gram of sugar!
Healthiest High-Protein Orders on the McDonald's Menu
When navigating the McDonald's food menu for fitness and weight management goals, focus on items with a high protein-to-calorie ratio:
- Egg McMuffin: 300 calories, 12g fat, and 17g protein. Made with freshly cracked Canadian-style bacon and real grade-A egg on a toasted English muffin.
- McDouble: 390 calories, 19g fat, and 22g protein. Provides nearly twice the protein of a single cheeseburger with only 90 extra calories.
- Fruit 'n Yogurt Parfait: 150 calories, 2g fat, and 4g protein. An excellent light snack or breakfast companion.
Frequently Asked Questions About McDonald's Nutrition & Calories
How many calories and sugar are in a McDonald's Iced Coffee?▼
A standard Small (16 fl oz) McDonald's Premium Roast Iced Coffee contains 140 calories, 5g fat, and 22g sugar because it is made by default with liquid cane sugar and light cream. A Medium (24 fl oz) contains 190 calories and 28g sugar, while a Large (32 fl oz) delivers 270 calories and 42g sugar. You can reduce this significantly by ordering it with Sugar-Free French Vanilla Syrup and no liquid sugar, dropping calories to ~45 kcal and eliminating added sugars entirely.
What is the McDonald's Sugar-Free French Vanilla hack?▼
McDonald's is one of the few national drive-thrus that offers Sugar-Free French Vanilla Syrup. By requesting an Iced Coffee with 'Sugar-Free Vanilla, No Liquid Sugar, and Light Cream' (or nonfat milk), you save between 100 and 180 calories and up to 40 grams of sugar per beverage while maintaining full vanilla sweetness and creamy texture.
Which McDonald's drink has the highest caffeine?▼
A Large (32 fl oz) McDonald's Iced Coffee packs the highest caffeine punch on the menu at approximately 320 mg of caffeine (80% of the FDA 400 mg daily limit). Among hot drinks, a Large (21 fl oz) Premium Roast Coffee provides 180 mg, while a Medium Iced Coffee provides roughly 200 mg. McCafé espresso lattes deliver 71 mg (Small), 142 mg (Medium), and 178 mg (Large).
What are the lowest calorie breakfast items at McDonald's?▼
The classic Egg McMuffin is one of the most balanced fast-food breakfasts available, containing 300 calories, 12g fat, and 17g protein. The Fruit 'n Yogurt Parfait provides 150 calories and 4g protein, while a single Hash Brown is 150 calories. In contrast, biscuit and bagel breakfast sandwiches often exceed 500 to 700 calories due to heavier butter and cheese content.
How many calories are in McDonald's Coffee Cream (creamer)?▼
Each single-serving McDonald's Coffee Cream cup (0.4 fl oz / 11g) contains 20 calories, 2 grams of fat (1.5g saturated fat), 10 mg cholesterol, and 0 grams of sugar. Adding 2 creamers to your hot coffee adds 40 calories and 4g fat.
What are the best high-protein, lower-calorie burgers at McDonald's?▼
A standard McDonald's Hamburger contains 250 calories and 12g protein. A McDouble provides 390 calories with 22g protein, while a classic Double Cheeseburger contains 440 calories and 25g protein. For lean protein, the Artisan Grilled Chicken Sandwich (when available) delivers 380 calories and 37g protein.
How many calories and sugar are in a McDonald's McCafé Frappe?▼
A Small Mocha Frappe contains 440 calories, 18g fat (11g saturated fat), and 59g sugar. A Medium contains 510 calories and 69g sugar, and a Large delivers 680 calories, 27g fat, and 91g sugar. Frappes are pre-blended coffee milkshake mixes, so their base sugar cannot be customized, but you can save 60 calories by ordering without whipped cream and drizzle.
Does McDonald's offer Oat Milk or Almond Milk for McCafé drinks?▼
Oat milk and almond milk availability varies by regional McDonald's franchisee. Many modern locations carry Oat Milk or Almond Milk for hot lattes, iced lattes, and brewed coffee for a small upcharge (~20 kcal per splash). Default dairy options across all US locations include Whole Milk, 2% Milk, Nonfat Milk, and Half-and-Half Creamer.
Editorial review: Researched and reviewed by the Coffee Nutrify editorial team. Data sourced from publicly available references including USDA FoodData Central, SCA brewing standards, and FDA consumer guidance where applicable.
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