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| Category | Charbroiled Burgers |
|---|---|
| What it is | Simple cheeseburger |
| Description | A charbroiled beef patty with American cheese on a seeded bun. The lightest burger in this section. |
| Typical price | $8.35 |
| Calories (menu) | 540 |
| Calories (guide) | 540 |
| Protein | 28g |
| Fat | 22g (11g saturated) |
| Carbohydrates | 56g |
| Sodium | 1,150mg |
| Allergens | M, S, SS, W |
| Data source | Official Carl's Jr. menu (October 2026) and nutrition guide (June 24, 2025) |
What Is the Carl's Jr. Big Cheeseburger?
The Big Cheeseburger is the plainest burger in the charbroiled section, with a charbroiled patty and American cheese.
At 540 calories it is the lightest burger in that section. For something smaller still, the 250-calorie Hamburger is on the value menu.
Big Cheeseburger Nutrition Facts
| Size | Cal | Fat | Sat fat | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwich | 540 | 22 | 11 | 1,150 | 56 | 3 | 13 | 28 |
Fat, carbs, fiber, sugar and protein in grams. Sodium in milligrams. A dash means the guide does not list that figure.
Reading these numbers
It has 1,150mg of sodium. That is about 50% of the 2,300mg daily limit most adults are advised to stay under.
It gives you 5.2g of protein per 100 calories. The average item in Charbroiled Burgers has 1,003 calories and 51g of protein, so this one is lighter than average for its section.
On Its Own or as a Combo?
| Order | Calories | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Big Cheeseburger | 540 | $8.35 |
| Big Cheeseburger Combo | 850–1540 | $15.10 |
The combo adds Natural-Cut Fries and a drink. If you would buy both anyway, it can work out cheaper. If you only want the Big Cheeseburger, skip it.
Big Cheeseburger Allergens
The official Carl's Jr. guide dated June 24, 2025 lists these allergens for this item:
- Milk
- Soy
- Sesame
- Wheat
See the full Carl's Jr. allergen guide →
How to Order the Big Cheeseburger
- Want fries and a drink? The combo can be cheaper than buying them separately.
- Confirm the price locally. Each restaurant sets its own prices.
- Tell the crew about allergies before you order. The kitchen is shared.
How the Big Cheeseburger Compares
Other items in Charbroiled Burgers with full nutrition data, lightest first. A dash means not published.
| Item | Cal | Protein | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Cheeseburger | 540 | 28g | 56g | 1,150mg |
| Single Famous Star | 680 | 28g | 57g | 1,270mg |
| Single Big Carl | 670 | 28g | 55g | 1,050mg |
| Single Western Bacon Cheeseburger | 770 | 35g | 77g | 1,490mg |
| Single Guacamole Bacon Burger | 850 | 34g | 55g | 1,460mg |
| Double Famous Star | 940 | 48g | 60g | 1,600mg |
| Double Big Carl | 920 | 47g | 56g | 1,380mg |
| Single El Diablo | 940 | 39g | 78g | 2,070mg |
| Double Western Bacon Cheeseburger | 1,020 | 55g | 78g | 1,820mg |
| Double Guacamole Bacon Burger | 1,100 | 54g | 56g | 1,760mg |
Want the whole menu side by side? Open the full nutrition table or add up an order with the meal builder.
What to Order With It
Common add-ons, with their official calories:
- Natural-Cut French Fries: 280–450 calories, $4.99
- Onion Rings: 560 calories, $5.65
- Fried Zucchini: 310 calories, $4.99
- Waffle Fries: 380 calories, $4.99
- 6 piece - Jalapeño POPPERS Bites: 370 calories, $5.55
- Chocolatey Chip Cookies: 170 calories, $1.75
More From Charbroiled Burgers
Single Famous Star®
A charbroiled beef patty with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, sliced onions, dill pickles, Special Sauce and mayo on a seeded bun.
Double Famous Star®
The Famous Star with two charbroiled patties: American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, Special Sauce and mayo.
Triple Famous Star®
Three charbroiled patties with the full Famous Star build on a seeded bun.
Single Western Bacon Cheeseburger®
A charbroiled beef patty with two strips of Cherrywood bacon, American cheese, crispy onion rings and BBQ sauce on a seeded bun.
Double Western Bacon Cheeseburger®
Two charbroiled patties with bacon, American cheese, onion rings and BBQ sauce on a seeded bun.
Triple Western Bacon Cheeseburger®
Three charbroiled patties with bacon, American cheese, onion rings and BBQ sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
The official online menu lists 540 calories.
About $8.35 at the US locations we track. Prices change by city and store, so check the Carl's Jr. app for yours.
A charbroiled beef patty with American cheese on a seeded bun. The lightest burger in this section.
28g of protein, along with 22g of fat and 56g of carbs.
1,150mg, which is about 50% of the 2,300mg daily limit in the US Dietary Guidelines.
The official guide lists milk, soy, sesame, wheat. The kitchen is shared, so cross-contact is possible. See the allergen guide.