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Shake Shack Smash Burger Calories
Protein- and energy-dense cheeseburger
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Shake Shack Smash Burger (190 g) has 530 calories. That works out to 279 calories per 100 g. It contains 26 g of carbs, 27.9 g of protein, 35 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 2.4 µg of B12 covers 99% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Shake Shack Smash Burger Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 190 g
530
KCAL / 190G
Carbs
26g
· 9% DV
Protein
27.9g
· 56% DV
Fat
35g
· 45% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 21% · Fat 59%
Shake Shack Smash Burger nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (190 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 530 kcal | |
| Total fat | 35 g | 45% |
| Saturated fat | 14.06 g | 70% |
| Trans fat | 1.23 g | |
| Sodium | 1292 mg | 56% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 27.9 g | 56% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Shake Shack Smash Burger?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 190 g | 530 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 95 g | 265 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 279 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 140 g | 391 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 240 g | 670 kcal |
| 1 piece (double) | 280 g | 781 kcal |
| 1 piece (triple) | 380 g | 1060 kcal |
Calculated from 279 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Shake Shack Smash Burger
What is in a Shake Shack Smash Burger?
A Shake Shack Smash Burger typically has a thin, griddled beef patty, cheese, a soft burger bun and sauce. Lettuce, tomato, onion and other toppings can vary by location and by the version ordered.
What sauce comes on a Shake Shack Smash Burger?
A Shake Shack Smash Burger is typically served with ShackSauce, a creamy, mayonnaise-based sauce. The exact recipe is proprietary; at home, combine mayonnaise, mustard and ketchup, then add chopped pickles for a similar tang.
How is the patty on a Shake Shack Smash Burger cooked?
The patty on a Shake Shack Smash Burger is pressed onto a hot, flat cooking surface as it cooks. That creates a browned crust; to recreate it, press the beef once it hits a very hot skillet.
How is a Shake Shack Smash Burger different from a regular burger?
A Shake Shack Smash Burger uses a patty pressed thin against the hot griddle, while a conventional burger patty is often thicker and left unpressed. The smash method creates more browned surface and a thinner patty.
What cheese is on a Shake Shack Smash Burger?
Common versions of the Shake Shack Smash Burger use American-style melting cheese. It softens over the hot patty, but cheese and toppings can differ between locations or special versions, so check the menu description when ordering.
How can you make a Shake Shack Smash Burger at home?
To make a Shake Shack Smash Burger-style sandwich, place a small ball of ground beef on a very hot flat skillet and press it thin. Cook until browned, melt cheese on top, then serve in a bun with sauce.
What kind of bun is used for a Shake Shack Smash Burger?
A Shake Shack Smash Burger is served on a soft burger bun. Toasting the cut sides briefly in a pan helps them hold up to the patty and sauce without making the inside soggy as quickly.
How can you order a lighter Shake Shack Smash Burger meal?
Pair a Shake Shack Smash Burger with water and a salad instead of fries and a sugary drink for a lighter meal. Asking for the sauce on the side lets you control how much you use.
How long do Shake Shack Smash Burger leftovers keep?
Refrigerate leftover Shake Shack Smash Burger within two hours in a covered container and eat it within three to four days. Reheat the patty thoroughly; the bun may soften, so warming it separately helps the texture.
What sides go well with a Shake Shack Smash Burger?
Fries are a classic side for a Shake Shack Smash Burger, while salad makes a fresher pairing. Pickles or coleslaw also complement the burger’s rich, savory flavor, and water is a simple drink choice.
Shake Shack Smash Burger Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
2.38µg · 99% DV
B3
7.22mg · 45% DV
B2
0.36mg · 28% DV
B6
0.38mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
36µg · 65% DV
Sodium
1292mg · 56% DV
Zinc
5.79mg · 53% DV
Phosphorus
344mg · 49% DV
Potassium ⭐
390mg · 11% DV
Shake Shack Smash Burger Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Shake Shack Smash Burger
To burn the 530 calories in 1 piece (medium) (190 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Shake Shack Smash Burger?
Shake Shack Smash Burger is an American-style cheeseburger from the Shake Shack restaurant chain. It typically brings together a thin beef patty, pressed against a hot cooking surface for a deeply browned crust, with cheese, a soft bun and sauce. The “smash” method gives the meat crisp edges while keeping the centre juicy.
It is commonly eaten as a filling lunch or dinner, often alongside fries and a drink. For diners elsewhere, it fits the familiar fast-casual burger meal, though the burger can stand on its own. It is protein- and energy-dense, with little fibre; choose a side salad instead of fries or go lighter on the sauce for a less-heavy meal.
How Nutritious Is Shake Shack Smash Burger?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Shake Shack Smash Burger Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Shake Shack Smash Burger Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Shake Shack Smash Burger Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Shake Shack Smash Burger Fat Profile
SATURATED
14.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
14.82g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.76g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.