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Caramel Macchiato (Medium)

The McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato has 260 calories, with 9g protein, 41g carbs, 35g sugar, and 320mg sodium.

Great portion. Watch the sugar. Light on fiber.

Vegetarian
260
Calories
9g
Protein
41g
Carbs
320mg
Sodium

Nutrition verified June 2026 against official published data from McDonald's.

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How much is this, really?

A solid side or snack
Good as part of a meal, not quite enough on its own
15

1 × 260 cal = 260 cal

Here's what this means for your daily nutrition

14%
Sodium320mg
20%
Sat Fat4g
70%
Sugar35g

More sugar than you might expect. Worth knowing!

By the numbers

Nutrition & Nom Score

Nutrition Facts
Calories
260

% Daily Value*

Total Fat
6g8%
Saturated Fat
4g20%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
25mg8%
Sodium
320mg14%
Total Carbohydrates
41g15%
Dietary Fiber
0g0%
Total Sugars
35g
Protein
9g18%

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Nom Score BreakdownD
Nutrients to watch
Sodium
123.1 mg/100cal
← Best
moderateTarget: <= 100
Sat Fat
1.5 g/100cal
← Best
moderateTarget: <= 1
Sugar
13.5 g/100cal
← Best
poorTarget: <= 1
Portion size
Portion
260 cal
← Best
excellentTarget: <= 400 cal
Good stuff
Fiber
0.0 g/100cal
Best →
poorTarget: >= 1.4
Protein
3.5 g/100cal
Best →
moderateTarget: >= 6
Nom Score measures nutrition per calorie. Weights: Sodium (30%), Sat Fat (20%), Sugar (25%), Portion (10%), Fiber (10%), Protein (5%).

What's inside

Ingredients

Espresso
Espresso.
Whole Milk
Milk, Vitamin D3 Added. CONTAINS: MILK.
Caramel Drizzle
Corn Syrup, Sugar, Butter (Cream, Salt), Water, Heavy Cream, Nonfat Milk Solids, Pectin, Salt, Disodium Phosphate, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Natural Flavor (Dairy Source), Citric Acid. CONTAINS: MILK.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato healthy?

The McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato earns a Nom Score of D (49/100). Great portion. Watch the sugar. Light on fiber.

How many calories are in the McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato?

The McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato has 260 calories, with 9g protein, 41g carbs, 35g sugar, and 320mg sodium.

What is in the McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato?

The McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato is made from 3 components: Espresso, Whole Milk, Caramel Drizzle. The full ingredient list for each is shown on this page.

Is the McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato gluten-free?

Based on the allergen information, the McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato does not list wheat or gluten. It may be prepared in a shared kitchen, so confirm with McDonald's if you have celiac disease.

Is the McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato vegetarian or vegan?

The McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato is marked vegetarian (but not vegan) at McDonald's.

Does the McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato contain artificial additives?

No commonly-flagged additives (such as high-fructose corn syrup, artificial colors, or TBHQ) were found in the McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato ingredients.

What is the Nom Score of the McDonald's Medium Caramel Macchiato?

It scores D — below average. The Nom Score grades every item A–F on nutritional quality per calorie (sodium, sugar, saturated fat, fiber, protein, and portion size).

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