McDonald’s may be known for its iconic Big Mac and French Fries, but they also offer some surprisingly delicious coffee drinks – some even having more calories than typical fast food meals! But with mindful ordering and menu knowledge it is possible to still enjoy convenient meals from McDonald’s while staying within your weight loss goals.

Are McDonald’s Coffee Drinks Healthy Although McDonald’s Iced Caramel Frappe boasts an impressive 650 calorie count, its ingredients also include 26 grams of fat and 84 grams of sugar – more than double what cans of Coke typically offer! For an alternative choice with significantly fewer calories per glass of Mocha Frappe can also be considered.

The XL Dunkin’ Donuts Caramel Creme Frozen Coffee should also be avoided as it contains 1,050 calories and 27 grams of fat – both well above recommended daily limits. In order to cut back on sugar consumption, consider forgoing this drink’s optional topping of whipped cream altogether.

McDonald’s coffee offers black options that contain less added sugar and saturated fat, but if you prefer one of their caffeinated beverages such as the McCafe Caramel Frappe or Iced Caramel Mochas, make a small Mocha Frappe made with skim milk instead for significant savings in both calories and fat/sugar content. You could save over 130 by opting for this route.

For those who enjoy their McDonald’s iced coffee or tea with whipped cream, using sugar-free nonfat whipped topping (available at most grocery stores) may help limit calories and fat intake. Or you could try low-fat milk instead to cut back on unnecessary calories.