McDonald's Vanilla Triple Thick Shake

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McDonald's Vanilla Triple Thick Shake[edit | edit source]

The McDonald's Vanilla Triple Thick Shake is one of the many beverages offered by the global fast-food chain McDonald's. Known for its creamy consistency and rich vanilla flavor, the Vanilla Triple Thick Shake has been a favorite among McDonald's patrons for years. This article provides detailed information about its nutritional content, ingredients, and other relevant facts.

McDonald's McCafe Vanilla Shake

Nutritional Information[edit | edit source]

Given its creamy consistency, the Vanilla Triple Thick Shake is relatively high in calories, sugar, and fat. Here is a typical nutritional breakdown for a medium-sized serving:

  • Calories: 530 kcal
  • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 86g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Sugars: 63g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Calcium: 450mg
  • Iron: 0.2mg

Ingredients[edit | edit source]

The primary ingredients of the Vanilla Triple Thick Shake include:

  • Vanilla reduced-fat ice cream (made up of milk, sugar, cream, corn syrup, and natural flavoring)
  • Vanilla shake syrup (comprising of sugar, water, natural flavors, and citric acid)
  • Whipped topping (optional and contains cream, nonfat milk, corn syrup, and sugar)
  • Maraschino cherry (optional)

It's essential to note that ingredient lists might slightly vary depending on the region and supplier.

Allergen Information[edit | edit source]

The Vanilla Triple Thick Shake contains the following allergens:

  • Milk
  • Soy (from certain flavoring agents)

People with allergies or specific dietary restrictions should always consult the local McDonald's ingredient list before consumption.

History & Popularity[edit | edit source]

The Triple Thick Shake was introduced as a response to consumer demand for a richer, creamier shake option. Over the years, the shake has been periodically tweaked to meet changing tastes and nutritional guidelines. Despite these changes, it remains a staple on the McDonald's menu and enjoys widespread popularity.

Variations[edit | edit source]

Apart from the vanilla flavor, McDonald's also offers other variations of the Triple Thick Shake, such as:

See Also[edit | edit source]

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD