The Wendy’s Baconator is a dream come true for bacon lovers! It’s packed with a half-pound* of hot n’ juicy beef, melted cheese, six crispy slices of Applewood smoked bacon, ketchup, and mayo. Every bite is a burst of bold, meaty flavor. If you’re craving something big, satisfying, and loaded with bacon, the Baconator is here to deliver!
Price: $11.09
Nutrition Information
Wendy’s Baconator is a bold and savory burger featuring two fresh beef patties, six strips of crispy bacon, cheese, and creamy mayo. Its nutrition facts highlight high protein, fats, and calories. This burger is perfect for bacon lovers looking for a filling meal but is best enjoyed in moderation.
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Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 970 Kcal |
| Total Fat | 66 g |
| Saturated Fat | 26 g |
| Trans Fat | 3 g |
| Cholesterol | 150 mg |
| Sodium | 1620 mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g |
| Total Sugars | 7 g |
| Protein | 58 g |
| Iron | 15% DV |
| Calcium | 39% DV |
| Potassium | 21% DV |
Adults and teens aged 13 and up typically require around 2,000 calories daily, while children aged 4 to 12 need about 1,500 calories per day. Keep in mind, though, that individual calorie needs can differ. Prices and availability may also vary.
Ingredients
Hamburger Patty: Ground beef. Prepared with salt. HAMBURGER PATTIES ARE COOKED ON THE SAME GRILL AS, AND MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH, INGREDIENTS THAT CONTAIN MILK AND SOY.
Premium Bun: Enriched Wheat Flour (Barley), Water, Glucose-Fructose, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Salt, Calcium Sulphate, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Stearoyl-2-Lactylate, Isolated Protein (Pea, Rice and Potato), Sunflower Oil, Dextrose, Maltodextrin, Corn Starch, Monoglycerides, Calcium Propionate, Amylase, Glucoamylase, Glucose Oxidase, Lipase, Pentosanase. CONTAINS WHEAT AND BARLEY. MAY CONTAIN SESAME, SOY. BUNS ARE TOASTED IN A COMMON TOASTER WITH PRODUCTS THAT CONTAIN WHEAT, SOY AND MILK.
Applewood Smoked Bacon: Pork, Water, Salt, Sugar, Smoke flavour, Sodium phosphate, Sodium erythorbate, Sodium nitrite, Smoke.
Mayonnaise: Soybean oil, Water, Liquid yolk (Egg), Sugars (glucose), Vinegar, Salt, Mustard seed, Calcium disodium EDTA. CONTAINS: EGG, MUSTARD.
Ketchup: Tomato Paste (Made from Fresh Ripe Tomatoes), Liquid Sugar, White Vinegar, Salt, Onion Powder, Spices. CONTAINS: EGG, MUSTARD.
Processed Cheese Slice: Cheese (Milk, Modified Milk Ingredients, Cream, Bacterial Culture, Salt, Rennet And/Or Microbial Enzyme, Calcium Chloride, Lipase, Colour), Modified Milk Ingredients, Water, Sodium Citrate And/Or Sodium Phosphate, Glucose, Salt, Skim Milk Powder, Acetic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Soy Lecithin, Soybean Oil, Colour, Carboxymethylcellulose. May Contain Citric Acid. CONTAINS: MILK, SOY.
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Is It a Healthy Choice?
This is a less healthy, highly indulgent choice on the Cheeseburger menu. The Baconator is a very heavy burger at 970 calories, built more for a big appetite than a balanced everyday meal. Its biggest nutritional strength is protein, but the high fat, saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, and sodium make it a poor fit for regular healthy eating.
The 58g of protein is substantial and can keep you full for a long time, especially for active individuals or diners looking for a very filling lunch or dinner. Carbohydrates are moderate at 35g, and sugar stays low at 7g, so this is not a sugar-heavy burger. The weak point is fiber, with only 1g, meaning it offers very little digestive balance despite being calorie-dense.
The main concerns are serious: 66g of total fat, 26g of saturated fat, 3g of trans fat, and 1,620mg of sodium. Those numbers make the Baconator less ideal for low-sodium, low-fat, calorie-conscious, or heart-conscious diets. It is best treated as an occasional indulgence rather than a routine burger choice. For better balance, skip fries and soda, choose water or an unsweetened drink, and keep the rest of the day lighter in salt, saturated fat, and calories.
What Does It Taste Like?
Wendy’s Baconator tastes big, salty, smoky, cheesy, and intensely meaty. The beef patties give it a strong burger flavor that feels rich from the first bite. The bacon adds a smoky crunch and a sharper salty edge, making the sandwich taste heavier and more indulgent than a regular cheeseburger. The cheese melts into the beef and bacon, adding creamy richness without making the flavor sweet or spicy. There are no fresh toppings to lighten it much, so the taste stays focused on beef, bacon, cheese, ketchup, and mayo. It is bold, savory, and built for people who want a full, meat-heavy burger.
The texture is thick, juicy, creamy, and slightly crisp in spots. The beef patties bring a tender, meaty chew, while the melted cheese makes the center smooth and rich. The bacon adds the main contrast, with crisp edges and chewy pieces that break through the softness of the bun and beef. The mayo gives it a creamy finish, and the ketchup adds a little moisture and tang. It does not have the crunchy freshness of lettuce, tomato, or onion. Instead, each bite feels dense, warm, greasy in a classic burger way, and very filling.
No matter what you’re craving—whether it’s a hearty burger, a crispy chicken sandwich, or a sweet treat—Wendy’s has something delicious for everyone. With quality ingredients, bold flavours, and plenty of variety, it’s easy to find your next favourite meal. Ready to explore even more options? Check out the Wendy’s Full Menu in Canada and discover what else is waiting for you.
Menu information is researched and maintained by the wendymenu.ca editorial team using official Wendy’s Canada sources. Prices and availability may vary by location.
