20 of the Unhealthiest Fast-Food Breakfast Items with the Most Calories
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It’s Monday morning, you’re extremely tired from the busy weekend, and the thought of the looming work week has left you needing a little pick-me-up. Your decision-making isn’t the best in this precarious position you’ve put yourself in. You decide to start your week with a fast and easy breakfast from one of your favorite fast-food joints.
Whether you’re craving the iconic golden arches or a meal from the self-proclaimed king of the burgers, this may not be the best idea. However, it could be just the boost you need to get going. We all have a soft spot for a morning delight from our beloved fast-food favorites.
But have you ever stopped to wonder which fast-food chain has the healthiest and unhealthiest menu items? Well, wonder no more, thanks to a new study by Casino Canada. They have crunched the numbers to reveal the unhealthiest items based on calories. They even calculated the number of burpees that would be needed to burn them off.
Starting by revealing America’s top ten favorite fast-food chains, the study then looked at which of those chains had a breakfast menu before working out the unhealthiest options.
It’s not good news for Subway fans, as two of the top three items with the highest calorie count are taken by their footlong sandwiches. There is always the option to get the 6-inch option, but if you’re going to splurge you may as well go a little crazy.
However, the top spot is taken by Mickey D’s with their iconic Big Breakfast with hotcakes.
| Item |
Chain |
Calories |
Number of burpees needed to burn |
| Big Breakfast® with Hotcakes |
Mcdonalds |
1340 |
1126 |
| Bacon, Egg & Cheese footlong |
Subway |
1050 |
882 |
| Steak, Egg & Cheese footlong |
Subway |
1030 |
866 |
| Cinnabon Delights® 12 Pack |
Taco bell |
1010 |
849 |
| Black Forest Ham, Egg & Cheese footlong |
Subway |
960 |
807 |
| Egg & Cheese footlong |
Subway |
890 |
748 |
| Double Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Croissan’wich |
BurgerKing |
882 |
741 |
| Bacon, Egg & Cheese Wrap |
Subway |
860 |
723 |
| Country Platter with Ham |
Dairy Queen |
860 |
723 |
| Double Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Biscuit |
BurgerKing |
852 |
716 |
| Breakfast Bowl – Gravy |
Dairy Queen |
830 |
697 |
| Egg-Normous Burrito |
BurgerKing |
829 |
697 |
| Steak, Egg & Cheese Wrap |
Subway |
820 |
689 |
| Black Forest Ham, Egg & Cheese Wrap |
Subway |
770 |
647 |
| Hotcakes and Sausage |
Mcdonalds |
770 |
647 |
| Big Breakfast® |
Mcdonalds |
760 |
639 |
| Breakfast Crunchwrap Sausage |
Taco bell |
760 |
639 |
| Large Hash Browns |
BurgerKing |
740 |
622 |
| Pancake Platter with Bacon |
Dairy Queen |
730 |
613 |
| Fully Loaded Croissan’wich |
BurgerKing |
714 |
600 |
How about some oatmeal or a fruit bowl?
4 Fast-Food Restaurants Flavorful Plant-Based Picks
The once-challenging quest for vegan options at fast-food restaurants has gotten a lot easier in recent years. Gone are the days of painstakingly customizing orders to suit specific dietary needs. Or worse, just having French fries and lettuce. Fast-food chains have taken significant strides in recent years, expanding their menus to offer an array of plant-based choices.
Plenty of fast-food chains have recognized the shifting dietary preferences of their customers and have embraced the challenge of providing satisfying vegan options. The evolution of vegan choices at these establishments has been impressive. From the golden arches of well-known burger joints to the cozy corners of popular sandwich shops, the vegan revolution has made its mark.
Plant-based and vegan fast-food options
Vegans no longer have to rely solely on customizing existing meals to meet their dietary requirements. Instead, they can revel in the sheer variety that now graces the menus of fast-food chains. These establishments now proudly feature vegan burgers that sizzle and satisfy, dairy-free milkshakes, and even plant-based twists on classic comfort foods.
With an increasing number of people embracing plant-based lifestyles and seeking sustainable dining choices, the fast-food industry has risen to the occasion. These establishments understand that providing diverse options isn’t just about following a trend but about fostering inclusivity and catering to many people with specific tastes and needs. So, the next time you’re in a hurry and hunger strikes, rest assured that the vegan options at fast-food restaurants are not only abundant but also thoughtfully crafted to satisfy your cravings and nourish your values.
Whether you’re on a diet, dairy-free, vegetarian, or simply vegan there are fast-food places for you to grab a quick bite. Check out these fast-food vegan restaurant menu items. If you’re a very strict vegan, you might consider checking with the establishment regarding any potential cross-contamination with meat products when placing your order.
Joel Katz is the Morning Show Personality, Assistant Program Director, Podcast Host, Voiceover artist, audio producer, and Digital Content Writer for Magic 98.3. Joel has been working in New Jersey radio since college and started at Magic in 2002 as the Morning Show Host, “I can’t think of another place where I’d fit more perfectly; it’s just a great company with awesome people.” Joel is married to Kathleen, his elementary school sweetheart (they were each other’s first dates at age 9), shares a birthday with his oldest son, Ty, and has twins, Kiera and Liam. Joel runs at least 3.1 miles every day and enjoys playing basketball, doing laundry, saving his turn signal for when he really needs it, kissing dogs through a fence, using coasters, making that cool noise by rubbing his fingers on balloons, and chasing after ping pong balls on a windy cruise ship.
