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How many calories are in a milkshake?

1 cup (240 ml) of a milkshake has about 270 calories, with 7g protein, 43g carbohydrates and 8g fat.

A milkshake is a thick blended drink of milk and ice cream that's high in sugar and saturated fat.

Calories

270

Per serving
1 cup (240 ml)

7g Protein
43g Carbs
8g Fat
0.5g Fiber

of which sugars: 38g

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are averages and vary by brand and preparation.

Calories and macros by amount

Amount Calories ProteinCarbsFat
1 cup (240 ml) 270 7g43g8g
Per 100 g 113 2.9g18g3.3g

Where the calories come from

Share of calories from each macronutrient

Protein 10% Carbs 64% Fat 26%

Burn it off

Roughly how long it takes to burn 270 calories:

🚶
63
min
Walking
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22
min
Running
🚴
29
min
Cycling

Estimated for a ~70 kg (154 lb) adult; your rate varies.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in a milkshake?

1 cup (240 ml) of a milkshake has about 270 calories, with 7g protein, 43g carbohydrates and 8g fat.

How much protein is in a milkshake?

1 cup (240 ml) of a milkshake contains about 7g of protein.

How many carbs and fat are in a milkshake?

1 cup (240 ml) of a milkshake contains about 43g of carbohydrates and 8g of fat.

Is a milkshake good for weight loss?

At about 270 calories per serving, a milkshake can fit a weight-loss plan when it suits your daily calorie budget. Log it by photo with LensNutra to stay on track.

How long does it take to burn off a milkshake?

Burning about 270 calories takes roughly 63 minutes of walking or 22 minutes of running.

Written & maintained by the LensNutra nutrition team · Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central

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