
Hardee's Big Cheeseburger
A quarter-pound Angus patty with American cheese, pickles, ketchup and mustard. The simplest Angus burger on the menu.
By Hardee's Menu Hub · Prices checked October 2026
| Category | Charbroiled Burgers |
|---|---|
| What it is | A quarter-pound Angus patty with American cheese, pickles, ketchup and mustard. The simplest Angus burger on the menu. |
| Typical price | $4.99 |
| Combo price | $7.99 with fries and a drink (820 - 1540 cal) |
| Calories | 520 (Single) |
| Protein | 27g |
| Data source | Prices: typical U.S. menu prices. Nutrition: Hardee's official nutrition guide. |
Prices may vary by location, region, and time. These are representative/typical US prices, not store-specific.
Our Take
Best for
Budget lunches and anyone who likes a plain ketchup-and-mustard cheeseburger.
Skip it if
You want a dressed burger. The Famous Star adds veggies and sauce for $0.50.
The Simplest Angus Burger
The Big Cheeseburger is the most basic burger on the Angus menu. It's a quarter-pound Angus patty with American cheese, pickles, ketchup and mustard.
There's no lettuce, tomato, onion or mayo. If you grew up on classic drive-thru cheeseburgers, this is the closest match.
Price
At $4.99, it's the cheapest Angus burger on the menu. The Double Big Cheeseburger costs $6.49.
The Big Cheeseburger Combo costs $7.99. It's the cheapest Angus burger meal.
The value Double Cheeseburger in Meal Deals costs $3.49, but it uses two smaller standard beef patties, not Angus.
Nutrition
Per Hardee's nutrition guide, the single has 520 calories, 33g of fat, 27g of protein and 1,080mg of sodium. It's the lightest Angus burger.
The double has 790 calories, 54g of fat and 48g of protein.
The double costs the same $6.49 as the Super Star and has 1g less protein, with 60 fewer calories.
Tips
Ask if your store can add lettuce and tomato if you want some crunch.
Hold the cheese to make it a plain hamburger with fewer calories.
Listed allergens are milk, soy, sesame and wheat. There's no egg since there's no mayo.
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 194 g| Nutrient | Single | Double |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 520 | 790 |
| Total Fat | 33g | 54g |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 21g |
| Trans Fat | 1.5g | 3g |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 165mg |
| Sodium | 1080mg | 1540mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 40g | 40g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 3g |
| Sugars | 10g | 11g |
| Protein | 27g | 48g |
Contains
2,000 calories is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Values may vary by restaurant. Source: Hardee's official nutrition guide, current as of Jan 2025.
Big Cheeseburger Allergens
Hardee's nutrition guide lists these allergens for the Big Cheeseburger:
- Milk
- Sesame
- Soy
- Wheat
The Big Cheeseburger is made in a shared kitchen, so cross-contact with other allergens is possible. With a serious allergy, check Hardee's latest allergen guide or ask the store first.
How the Big Cheeseburger Compares
Every Charbroiled Burgers item with published nutrition, sorted from lightest to heaviest.
| Item | Price | Cal | Protein | Fat | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Cheeseburger | $4.99 | 520 | 27g | 33g | 1,080mg |
| Famous Star® | $5.49 | 580 | 28g | 39g | 1,130mg |
| Mushroom & Swiss | $5.99 | 580 | 31g | 38g | 1,280mg |
| Bacon Cheeseburger | $6.49 | 640 | 34g | 43g | 1,160mg |
| Hardee's Frisco® | $6.99 | 740 | 38g | 48g | 1,500mg |
| Double Big Cheeseburger | $6.49 | 790 | 48g | 54g | 1,540mg |
| Super Star® | $6.49 | 850 | 49g | 60g | 1,590mg |
| Double Mushroom & Swiss | $7.49 | 860 | 52g | 60g | 1,770mg |
| Double Bacon Cheeseburger | $7.99 | 910 | 55g | 64g | 1,620mg |
| Monster Burger® | $7.99 | 1,010 | 63g | 73g | 2,140mg |
| Double Hardee's Frisco® | $7.99 | 1,020 | 59g | 69g | 1,990mg |
Nutrition is for the single or base version. Source: Hardee's nutrition guide.
What to Order With It
Natural-Cut French Fries ($2.19): The classic cheeseburger-and-fries combo. $7.99 as a meal.
Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Shake ($3.99): A diner-style pairing if you skip the fries.
Apple Turnover ($1.00): Keeps the whole meal under $6 if you skip the combo.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Big Cheeseburger at Hardee's?+
About $4.99, or $7.99 as a combo.
How many calories are in a Big Cheeseburger?+
520 calories for the single and 790 for the double, per Hardee's nutrition guide.
Is the Big Cheeseburger made with Angus beef?+
Yes. It uses a quarter-pound Angus patty.





