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Best first order

Hamburger Double

460 cal·24g protein·25g fat
TinyRich/heavyEasy proteinSnacky

Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.

Watch if: Fried items, creamy sauces, and bigger portions can make this feel heavier fast.

How to order: Order a Hamburger Double.

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  • Giant portions: Choose a smaller entree, split the meal, or save half before you start eating.

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Showing 9 Dairy Queen options for High protein.

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Hamburger

320 cal·15g protein·13g fat
SmallGentleLight protein

Best for: Good when speed matters more than studying the menu.

Watch if: Go easy on extras if you want the meal to stay light.

How to order: Order a Hamburger.

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Original Cheeseburger Single

370 cal·17g protein·18g fat·8g sugar
TinyGentleLight protein

Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.

Watch if: Go easy on extras if you want the meal to stay light.

How to order: Order an Original Cheeseburger Single.

Higher fiber

Chicken Strip Basket 4 pc

1020 cal·35g protein·48g fat·6g fiber
TinyRich/heavyProtein-forward

Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.

Watch if: Fried items, creamy sauces, and bigger portions can make this feel heavier fast.

How to order: Order a 4-piece Chicken Strip Basket.

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Chocolate Cone Small

240 cal·6g protein·7g fat·25g sugar
TinyGentleNot enough protein

Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.

Watch if: Go easy on extras if you want the meal to stay light.

How to order: Order a Chocolate Cone Small.

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Vanilla Cone Small

220 cal·6g protein·7g fat·26g sugar
TinyGentleNot enough protein

Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.

Watch if: Go easy on extras if you want the meal to stay light.

How to order: Order a Vanilla Cone Small.

Higher fiber

Chicken Strip Basket 6 pc

1300 cal·48g protein·61g fat·9g fiber
TinyRich/heavyProtein-forward

Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.

Watch if: Fried items, creamy sauces, and bigger portions can make this feel heavier fast.

How to order: Order a 6-piece Chicken Strip Basket.

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Butterfinger Blizzard Small

590 cal·15g protein·21g fat·68g sugar
TinyNausea watchLight protein

Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.

Watch if: Go easy on extras if you want the meal to stay light.

How to order: Order a Butterfinger Blizzard Small.

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OREO Cookie Blizzard Small

600 cal·13g protein·22g fat·70g sugar
TinyNausea watchNot enough protein

Best for: Good when a smaller appetite means the normal order would be too much.

Watch if: Higher fat can sneak up on you even when the order looks simple.

How to order: Order an OREO Cookie Blizzard Small.

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