In-N-Out Macros: Complete Nutrition Guide for Every Menu Item

Reviewed by Dr. Michael Torres, PhD

In-N-Out Double-Double burger with animal style fries - complete nutrition and macro guide

In-N-Out Burger is a West Coast legend with a cult following—and for good reason. Fresh beef that’s never frozen, hand-cut fries, and a simple menu that you can actually memorize. For macro trackers, In-N-Out offers something rare: genuinely good bunless options with their famous “Protein Style” lettuce wraps.

This guide covers every In-N-Out menu item and secret menu hack so you can enjoy those fresh flavors while hitting your macros.

Why In-N-Out Works for Macro Tracking

  • Protein Style – Any burger wrapped in lettuce instead of a bun
  • Simple menu – Easy to know exactly what you’re getting
  • Fresh ingredients – Never frozen beef, no additives
  • Customizable – Secret menu options for every goal
  • Consistent – Same quality across all locations

In-N-Out Burgers Macros (Standard)

BurgerCaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Hamburger390163919
Cheeseburger480223927
Double-Double670413941
3x3 (3 patties, 3 cheese)860554155
4x4 (4 patties, 4 cheese)1,050684369

Best protein-to-calorie: Double-Double (41g protein, 670 cal) Note: 3x3 and 4x4 are “secret menu” items but available at any location.

In-N-Out Protein Style Macros (Lettuce Wrap)

This is where In-N-Out shines for macro trackers. “Protein Style” wraps your burger in crisp lettuce instead of a bun.

Burger (Protein Style)CaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Hamburger Protein Style240131117
Cheeseburger Protein Style330181125
Double-Double Protein Style520331139
3x3 Protein Style710511353
4x4 Protein Style900681567

Game changer: Double-Double Protein Style – 520 calories with 33g protein and only 11g carbs. Perfect for keto or low-carb diets.

In-N-Out Animal Style Macros

Animal Style adds grilled onions, extra spread, mustard-grilled patty, and pickles. Delicious, but adds calories.

Burger (Animal Style)CaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Hamburger Animal Style480174227
Cheeseburger Animal Style590234235
Double-Double Animal Style770434252

Animal Style Protein Style: You can combine them! Get Animal Style with a lettuce wrap for the best of both worlds.

Burger (Animal + Protein Style)CaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Double-Double Animal + Protein Style620401450

In-N-Out Fries Macros

FriesCaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Fries (Regular)39575418
Fries Well-Done39575418
Fries Light39575418
Animal Style Fries750176748

Note: Well-Done and Light fries have the same macros—just different crispiness.

Warning: Animal Style Fries nearly double the calories (750 vs 395) due to cheese and spread.

In-N-Out Secret Menu Macros

Flying Dutchman

Two beef patties with two slices of cheese. No bun, no veggies, nothing else. Pure protein and fat.

ItemCaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Flying Dutchman33022125

Perfect for keto: Almost zero carbs with solid protein.

Grilled Cheese

No meat, just cheese and spread on a toasted bun.

ItemCaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Grilled Cheese380103920

Veggie Burger

All the fixings without the meat patty.

ItemCaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Veggie Burger32084015

In-N-Out Drinks Macros

DrinkCaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Coca-Cola (Regular)2000550
Diet Coke0000
Iced Tea (Unsweetened)0000
Lemonade1800460
Pink Lemonade1800460
Dr. Pepper2000540
7-Up1900520

Best choice: Diet Coke, Unsweetened Iced Tea (0 calories)

In-N-Out Shakes Macros

ShakeCaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Chocolate Shake59097229
Vanilla Shake58096731
Strawberry Shake59087230
Neapolitan (secret menu)58597030

Reality check: Shakes add 580-590 calories. That’s nearly another meal.

Best In-N-Out Orders by Goal

Best High-Protein In-N-Out Order

Protein Stack

  • Double-Double Protein Style
  • Extra Flying Dutchman patties on top (+$2.10)

Macros: 850 calories | 55g protein | 12g carbs | 64g fat

Best Low-Calorie In-N-Out Order (Under 400 Cal)

Light & Lean

  • Hamburger Protein Style
  • Diet Coke or water

Macros: 240 calories | 13g protein | 11g carbs | 17g fat

Best Keto In-N-Out Order

Zero-Carb Dream

  • Double-Double Protein Style Animal Style
  • Flying Dutchman on the side

Macros: 950 calories | 62g protein | 15g carbs | 75g fat

Best Balanced In-N-Out Order

The Classic Done Right

  • Double-Double
  • Split fries with someone (half portion)

Macros: 868 calories | 45g protein | 66g carbs | 50g fat

How to Customize Your In-N-Out Order

To Maximize Protein:

  • Go Double-Double minimum – Two patties = 33g+ protein
  • 3x3 or 4x4 for serious protein (55-68g)
  • Add a Flying Dutchman as a side for extra patties
  • Always Protein Style – Same protein, fewer carbs

To Minimize Calories:

  • Protein Style everything – Saves 150 calories per burger
  • Skip Animal Style – Saves 100 calories on burgers
  • Skip fries – Saves 395 calories
  • Skip shakes – Saves 580-590 calories
  • Water or diet soda – Save 200 calories

To Reduce Carbs:

  • Protein Style is non-negotiable – Only 11g carbs
  • Flying Dutchman for almost zero carbs (1g)
  • Skip fries – 54g carbs saved
  • No ketchup – It has sugar
  • Skip the shake – 67-72g carbs saved

Other Secret Menu Hacks:

  • Mustard grilled patty – Adds flavor, no extra calories
  • Chopped chiles – Spicy, zero calories
  • Extra spread – Adds about 80 calories
  • Cold cheese – Unmelted cheese on top
  • Medium rare patty – Cooked pink (some locations)

Complete In-N-Out Meal Combinations

MealCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Hamburger Protein Style24013g11g17g
Double-Double Protein Style52033g11g39g
Cheeseburger + Half Fries67826g66g36g
Double-Double + Regular Fries1,06548g93g59g
Flying Dutchman x266044g2g50g
Double-Double Animal Style + Fries + Shake1,75552g161g100g

Note: That last combo is almost a full day’s calories for most people.

In-N-Out vs Other Burger Chains

How does In-N-Out compare for macros?

RestaurantSimilar BurgerCaloriesProtein
In-N-OutDouble-Double67041g
Five GuysLittle Cheeseburger55027g
McDonald’sDouble Quarter Pounder74048g
Wendy’sDave’s Double81048g
Shake ShackShackBurger53028g

In-N-Out’s Double-Double offers excellent protein at a moderate calorie count—and Protein Style makes it one of the most macro-friendly options anywhere.

The Protein Style Advantage

Here’s why In-N-Out is a macro tracker’s favorite:

BurgerWith BunProtein StyleCalories Saved
Hamburger390240150
Cheeseburger480330150
Double-Double670520150
3x3860710150

That’s 150 calories and 28g+ carbs saved just by saying two words: “Protein Style.”

Common In-N-Out Ordering Mistakes

  1. Not knowing about Protein Style – Always an option, always worth it
  2. Getting Animal Style Fries – Nearly doubles the fry calories
  3. Adding a shake – 580+ calories on top of your meal
  4. Ordering 4x4 with fries – Over 1,500 calories
  5. Thinking “fresh” means “low calorie” – Fresh beef is still calorie-dense
  6. Skipping customization – The secret menu exists for a reason

In-N-Out Meal Prep Hack

Unlike most fast food, In-N-Out doesn’t survive well for later. But you can:

  • Order extra Flying Dutchman patties and refrigerate
  • Protein Style travels better than buns (no soggy bread)
  • Get lettuce and tomato on the side if eating later

The Bottom Line

In-N-Out is one of the most macro-friendly fast food options available, thanks to Protein Style lettuce wraps and genuinely fresh ingredients. The key is leveraging their customization options.

Key takeaways:

  • Protein Style saves 150 calories and 28g+ carbs on any burger
  • Double-Double Protein Style is the sweet spot (520 cal, 33g protein)
  • Flying Dutchman is perfect for keto (1g carbs)
  • Skip Animal Style Fries – They’re 750 calories
  • Shakes are dessert – Budget 580+ calories accordingly
  • Fresh doesn’t mean low-cal – Plan ahead

Whether you’re following flexible dieting or strict macro counting, In-N-Out can fit your plan when you order strategically. The Protein Style option alone puts it ahead of most fast food for macro-conscious eaters.

Ready to calculate how In-N-Out fits your daily targets? Try our free macro calculator.

Looking for other burger options? Check out our guides to Five Guys macros, Shake Shack macros, and McDonald’s macros.

Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen, MS, RD

Sarah Chen is a registered dietitian with over 10 years of experience helping clients achieve sustainable weight management through evidence-based nutrition strategies. She specializes in macro-based nutrition planning and has worked with competitive athletes, corporate wellness programs, and individual clients seeking body composition changes.

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Note: Menu items and nutrition info may vary by location. Verify with the restaurant for current data.