McDonald’s Sauces: Every Dipping Sauce, Calories & Allergens
McDonald’s USA offers seven dipping sauces, from Tangy Barbeque and Sweet ‘N Sour to Creamy Ranch and the newer Creamy Chili, plus ketchup, mustard and mayonnaise packets. This guide lists every sauce with calories, sodium and allergens, shows which ones cost extra, and suggests the best sauce for McNuggets, McCrispy Strips and fries.
Every McDonald’s Dipping Sauce
McDonald’s national dipping sauce lineup is Creamy Ranch, Creamy Chili, Honey Mustard, Sweet ‘N Sour, Honey, Tangy Barbeque and Spicy Buffalo. Sauces with McNuggets and McCrispy Strips are chosen when you order; availability of individual flavors can vary by restaurant.
| Sauce | Flavor | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Creamy Ranch Sauce | Cool buttermilk-style ranch | 110 |
| Creamy Chili Dip | Creamy, mildly spicy chili sauce | 110 |
| Honey Mustard Sauce | Sweet honey with tangy mustard | 60 |
| Sweet ‘N Sour Sauce | Sweet and tangy apricot-style dip | 50 |
| Honey | Pure honey in a cup | 50 |
| Tangy Barbeque Sauce | Smoky, sweet barbecue | 45 |
| Spicy Buffalo Sauce | Vinegar-based hot sauce with buffalo flavor | 30 |
Sauce list from McDonald’s USA Sauces & Condiments menu. Flavor notes are our descriptions.
McDonald’s Sauce Calories, Sugar and Sodium
McDonald’s dipping sauces range from 30 calories (Spicy Buffalo) to 110 calories (Creamy Ranch and Creamy Chili). The creamy sauces get their calories from fat; Sweet ‘N Sour, Tangy Barbeque and Honey get theirs from sugar, 9 to 11 g per cup.
| Sauce (1 cup) | Calories | Fat | Sugars | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creamy Ranch Sauce | 110 | 12 g | 1 g | 160 mg |
| Creamy Chili Dip | 110 | 11 g | 2 g | 250 mg |
| Honey Mustard Sauce | 60 | 3.5 g | 4 g | 125 mg |
| Sweet ‘N Sour Sauce | 50 | 0 g | 10 g | 160 mg |
| Honey | 50 | 0 g | 11 g | 0 mg |
| Tangy Barbeque Sauce | 45 | 0 g | 9 g | 260 mg |
| Spicy Buffalo Sauce | 30 | 3 g | 0 g | 520 mg |
- Saltiest: Spicy Buffalo, at 520 mg of sodium in one cup, more than a 6-piece McNuggets.
- No sodium: Honey, with 0 mg.
- Adds up fast: two cups of Creamy Ranch add 220 calories, more than a Kids Fries.
McDonald’s Sauce Allergens
Sauces are an easy place to miss an allergen. Here is what McDonald’s USA lists for each.
| Sauce | Contains |
|---|---|
| Creamy Ranch Sauce | Milk |
| Creamy Chili Dip | Egg, Wheat, Soy, Sesame |
| Honey Mustard Sauce | Egg |
| Sweet ‘N Sour Sauce | Wheat, Soy |
| Honey | None of the 9 major |
| Tangy Barbeque Sauce | Wheat, Soy |
| Spicy Buffalo Sauce | Milk |
| Mayonnaise Packet | Egg |
| Ketchup Packet | None of the 9 major |
| Mustard Packet | None of the 9 major |
McDonald’s USA allergen data. Creamy Chili is the only sauce that lists sesame; Creamy Ranch and Spicy Buffalo list milk; Honey Mustard and mayonnaise list egg.
Best McDonald’s Sauce for Each Item
These pairings are popular with regulars and play to each sauce’s strengths.
| Item | Try | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken McNuggets | Sweet ‘N Sour or Tangy Barbeque | Sweet, tangy sauces balance the salty tempura coating |
| McCrispy Strips | Creamy Chili | Created for the strips; creamy with mild heat |
| World Famous Fries | Ketchup or Creamy Ranch | Classic or rich, depending on taste |
| Snack Wrap | Spicy Buffalo on the side | Adds heat with only 30 calories |
| McChicken | Honey Mustard | Sweet-sharp contrast to the mayo |
| Hash Browns | Ketchup or Honey | A sweet-salty breakfast combination |
Do McDonald’s Sauces Cost Extra?
Sauces that come with McNuggets and McCrispy Strips are included in the price, and ketchup packets are usually free. Extra dipping sauces often cost extra, typically about $0.25 to $0.40 each based on reported prices, and the charge is set by each restaurant.
| Sauce | Typical extra charge |
|---|---|
| Creamy Ranch Sauce | $0.40 |
| Creamy Chili Dip | Varies |
| Honey Mustard Sauce | $0.40 |
| Sweet ‘N Sour Sauce | $0.40 |
| Honey | $0.40 |
| Tangy Barbeque Sauce | $0.35 |
| Spicy Buffalo Sauce | $0.25 |
Typical prices reported online in October 2026. Some restaurants don’t charge for an extra sauce; others charge more on delivery apps.
Ketchup, Mustard and Mayonnaise Packets
McDonald’s condiment packets are lighter than most dips: a ketchup packet has 10 calories, a mustard packet 0 and a mayonnaise packet 90. They’re usually free with your order.
| Packet | Calories | Sodium | Allergens |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayonnaise Packet | 90 | 60 mg | Egg |
| Ketchup Packet | 10 | 90 mg | None of the 9 major |
| Mustard Packet | 0 | 70 mg | None of the 9 major |
Packets are the cheapest way to dress up fries or a burger without adding much sugar or fat, except mayonnaise.
What Is McDonald’s Creamy Chili Dip?
Creamy Chili is McDonald’s newest dipping sauce, introduced alongside McCrispy Strips in May 2025. It’s a creamy sauce with a mild chili kick, 110 calories and 250 mg of sodium per cup, and it lists egg, wheat, soy and sesame as allergens.
It pairs with the strips by design but works with McNuggets and fries too. Read more in our McCrispy guide.
McDonald’s Sauces FAQ
How many sauces does McDonald's have?
Seven dipping sauces on the US national menu, plus ketchup, mustard and mayonnaise packets.
Does McDonald's still have Hot Mustard?
It isn't on McDonald's national sauce list in October 2026. Some restaurants may still carry it.
What is the healthiest McDonald's dipping sauce?
Spicy Buffalo has the fewest calories (30), but it's the highest in sodium. Honey has no sodium but 11 g of sugar.
Which McDonald's sauces are dairy-free?
Honey, Sweet 'N Sour, Tangy Barbeque, Honey Mustard and Creamy Chili list no milk, per McDonald's USA.
Can I buy extra McDonald's sauce to take home?
Yes. You can add extra dipping cups to any order; most restaurants charge a small fee for each.
How We Checked This Post
- Sauce list, nutrition and allergens: McDonald’s USA Sauces & Condiments menu and product data
- Creamy Chili launch: industry coverage of the McCrispy Strips launch in May 2025
- Prices: typical US prices reported online in October 2026; your restaurant sets its own price
Menu Facts USA is an independent guide. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by McDonald’s Corporation. McNuggets, McCrispy and related names are trademarks of McDonald’s. If you have a food allergy, confirm ingredients with your restaurant before ordering.