Dairy Queen calories: treats
Treat calories follow size more than flavor. The nutrition facts below are for the standard recipe; extra toppings, a malt or a dip add calories.
Dairy Queen treats: nutrition
| Item | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanilla Cone (Kids) | 160 | 4 g | 4 g | 25 g | 65 mg |
| Vanilla Cone (Small) | 220 | 6 g | 7 g | 34 g | 90 mg |
| Vanilla Cone (Medium) | 320 | 8 g | 10 g | 50 g | 130 mg |
| Chocolate Dipped Cone (Small) | 320 | 6 g | 15 g | 40 g | 95 mg |
| Hot Fudge Sundae (Small) | 300 | 6 g | 10 g | 46 g | 125 mg |
| Hot Fudge Sundae (Medium) | 430 | 9 g | 15 g | 66 g | 190 mg |
| Chocolate Shake (Small) | 530 | 13 g | 19 g | 77 g | 220 mg |
| Chocolate Shake (Medium) | 710 | 16 g | 23 g | 110 g | 290 mg |
| Peanut Buster Parfait | 710 | 17 g | 31 g | 95 g | 340 mg |
| Banana Split | 520 | 9 g | 14 g | 94 g | 150 mg |
| Brownie and OREO Cupfection | 720 | 10 g | 23 g | 122 g | 330 mg |
| Dilly Bar | 202 | 3 g | 12 g | 21 g | 50 mg |
| Misty Slush (Medium) | 260 | 0 g | 0 g | 65 g | 40 mg |
Blizzard nutrition: calories by size
| Size | OREO Blizzard | Royal NY Cheesecake Blizzard |
|---|---|---|
| Mini | 330 | 450 |
| Small | 600 | 750 |
| Medium | 820 | 1,040 |
| Large | 1,050 | 1,320 |
Dairy Queen nutrition: food
Dairy Queen food: nutrition
| Item | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original Cheeseburger Stackburger (Single) | 370 | 17 g | 18 g | 37 g | 1120 mg |
| Original Cheeseburger Stackburger (Double) | 570 | 29 g | 34 g | 38 g | 1530 mg |
| FlameThrower Stackburger (Double) | 720 | 34 g | 49 g | 37 g | 1430 mg |
| Backyard Bacon Ranch Stackburger (Double) | 820 | 38 g | 51 g | 53 g | 1900 mg |
| 4-Piece Chicken Strip Basket | 1020 | 35 g | 48 g | 111 g | 2120 mg |
| 6-Piece Chicken Strip Basket | 1300 | 48 g | 61 g | 139 g | 2750 mg |
| Original Chicken Strip Sandwich | 550 | 18 g | 26 g | 62 g | 990 mg |
| FlameThrower Chicken Strip Sandwich | 530 | 18 g | 23 g | 63 g | 1060 mg |
| Classic Hot Dog | 330 | 12 g | 19 g | 25 g | 820 mg |
| Chili Cheese Dog | 420 | 18 g | 26 g | 28 g | 1070 mg |
| Wild Alaskan Fish Sandwich | 420 | 17 g | 16 g | 50 g | 960 mg |
| Fries (Regular) | 280 | 5 g | 13 g | 36 g | 590 mg |
| Fries (Large) | 450 | 8 g | 21 g | 59 g | 950 mg |
| Onion Rings (Regular) | 290 | 5 g | 13 g | 39 g | 680 mg |
| Cheese Curds (Regular) | 500 | 24 g | 34 g | 26 g | 990 mg |
| Pretzel Sticks with Zesty Queso | 330 | 9 g | 9 g | 49 g | 2170 mg |
The baskets carry the most sodium on the menu because of the breading, fries and gravy; a single cheeseburger is one of the lighter food choices.
Lowest calorie items
14 items on the menu have 300 calories or fewer. More low-calorie ideas: low calorie Dairy Queen; protein-focused picks: high protein Dairy Queen.
Dairy Queen nutrition: items under 300 calories
| Menu item | In restaurant | Restaurant range | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanilla Cone (Kids) | $2.49 | $1.79 – $3.59 | 160 |
| Fries (Kids) | $2.49 | $1.99 – $2.89 | 170 |
| Milk | $2.54 | $1.89 – $3.99 | 170 |
| DQ Sandwich | $2.99 | $1.99 – $3.89 | 180 |
| Chocolate Dipped Cone (Kids) | $2.69 | $1.82 – $4.59 | 200 |
| Misty Slush (Small) | $2.99 | $2.99 | 200 |
| Dilly Bar | $2.89 | $2.49 – $4.19 | 202 |
| Vanilla Cone (Small) | $3.29 | $2.59 – $5.89 | 220 |
| Non-Dairy Dilly Bar | $3.19 | $2.69 – $4.19 | 240 |
| Kids' Chicken Strips Meal | $6.29 | $4.99 – $7.49 | 240 |
| Misty Slush (Medium) | $3.39 | $3.39 | 260 |
| Fries (Regular) | $3.69 | $2.99 – $3.99 | 280 |
| Onion Rings (Regular) | $4.29 | $4.29 | 290 |
| Hot Fudge Sundae (Small) | $3.99 | $3.19 – $7.49 | 300 |
Dairy Queen allergens
The allergen chart lists the major allergens Dairy Queen publishes for each item's standard recipe. "May also contain" warnings are not included: all treats are made on shared equipment, and DQ warns that cross-contact with peanuts, tree nuts, egg and wheat is possible.
Dairy Queen nutrition: allergen chart
| Item | Contains |
|---|---|
| OREO Blizzard Treat (Medium) | Milk, Wheat, Soy |
| Vanilla Cone (Small) | Milk, Wheat |
| Chocolate Dipped Cone (Small) | Milk, Wheat, Soy |
| Hot Fudge Sundae (Small) | Milk, Soy |
| Chocolate Shake (Small) | Milk, Soy |
| Peanut Buster Parfait | Milk, Soy, Peanuts |
| Buster Bar | Milk, Soy, Peanuts |
| Brownie and OREO Cupfection | Milk, Egg, Wheat, Soy |
| Original Cheeseburger Stackburger (Single) | Milk, Wheat, Soy |
| FlameThrower Stackburger (Single) | Milk, Egg, Wheat, Soy |
| Backyard Bacon Ranch Stackburger (Single) | Milk, Egg, Wheat, Soy, Sesame |
| 4-Piece Chicken Strip Basket | Milk, Wheat, Soy, Sesame |
| Original Chicken Strip Sandwich | Egg, Wheat, Soy, Sesame |
| Chili Cheese Dog | Milk, Wheat, Soy |
| Wild Alaskan Fish Sandwich | Egg, Wheat, Fish |
| Fries (Regular) | None listed |
| Onion Rings (Regular) | Milk, Wheat |
| Pretzel Sticks with Zesty Queso | Milk, Wheat |
| Misty Slush (Small) | None listed |
| DQ Lemonade Cooler (Small) | Milk |
Gluten-free at Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen has no certified gluten-free items, and the soft-serve machines, toppings and fryers are shared. By the allergen lists, the plain sundaes, shakes, the Peanut Buster Parfait, the Banana Split, the Misty Slush and the fries list no wheat; the cones, the Blizzard flavors with cookies, brownie or cookie dough, every bun and all breaded items contain wheat. Items whose allergen list we could not confirm are kept off the gluten-free list. The full list with prices: gluten-free Dairy Queen menu.
Nutrition tips
- Go one size down: a Small Blizzard saves 220 calories against a Medium.
- Choose a cup over a cone with dip: a Small Sundae has 300 calories, a Small Dipped Cone 320.
- In a basket, the gravy and Texas toast add a good part of the calories — the Chicken Strip Sandwich has 550 against 1,020 for the basket.
Prices of everything above: Dairy Queen menu with prices.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in a Dairy Queen Blizzard?
An OREO Blizzard has 330 calories (Mini), 600 (Small), 820 (Medium) and 1,050 (Large).
How many calories are in a DQ cone?
A vanilla cone has 160 calories in the kids' size, 220 Small, 320 Medium and 450 Large. The chocolate dip adds about 100 calories on a Small.
What is the healthiest thing at Dairy Queen?
For a treat, the Kids' Cone (160 calories) or a Small Misty Slush (200). For food, a single Original Cheeseburger (370 calories, 17 g protein).
Does Dairy Queen have gluten-free options?
Nothing is certified gluten-free, but by DQ's allergen lists 22 items have no wheat, among them the Hot Fudge Sundae, shakes, the Peanut Buster Parfait and the Misty Slush. The cones and many Blizzard flavors contain wheat. Details: gluten-free Dairy Queen.
What allergens are in Dairy Queen soft serve?
DQ lists milk and soy for the plain soft-serve sundae and shake; the cone adds wheat. Candy and cookie mix-ins add wheat, peanuts, tree nuts or egg depending on the flavor.
Is there anything dairy-free at DQ?
The Non-Dairy Dilly Bar is the dairy-free treat; the Misty Slush, fountain drinks and fries list no milk. Soft serve, shakes and cones all contain milk.
Which Dairy Queen items contain peanuts?
The Peanut Buster Parfait and Buster Bar (peanuts are on top) and the REESE'S, SNICKERS and BUTTERFINGER Blizzards. DQ warns that any treat may contain traces because toppings share equipment.