Mac & cheese vs Macaroni & Cheese
Overall, Macaroni & Cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mac & cheese | Macaroni & Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 351 kcal | 348 kcal |
| Fat | 1.4 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 5.6 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 14.1 g | 1.5 g |
| Salt | 2.5 g | 1.6 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 2.9 g |
| Protein | 14.1 g | 10.1 g |
| Additives | 5 | 3 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk, Lactic | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Macaroni & Cheese has no fat, while Mac & cheese has 1.4 g.
- Macaroni & Cheese has no saturated fat, while Mac & cheese has 5.6 g.
- Macaroni & Cheese has 90% less sugar (1.5 g vs 14.1 g).
- Macaroni & Cheese has 36% less salt (1.6 g vs 2.5 g).
- Mac & cheese has 28% more protein (14.1 g vs 10.1 g).
- Macaroni & Cheese has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Mac & cheese lists: Lactic.
Ingredients
Mac & cheese
ENRICHED MACARONI (WHEAT FLOUR, DURUM FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE MIX (WHEY, MILKFAT, SALT, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SODIUM TRIPHOSPHATE, TAPIOCA FLOUR, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, LACTIC ACID, PAPRIKA, TURMERIC, ANNATTO, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES)
Macaroni & Cheese
ENRICHED ELBOW MACARONI WHEAT FLOUR NACIN FERROUS SULFATE (RON THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RBOFLAVN FOLIC ACID: CHEDDAR CHEESE SEASONING ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NACIN REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), MALTODEXTRIN, DAIRY PRODUCT SOLIDS, SALT CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SOYBEAN OIL TO REDUCE DUSTING, SODIUM PHOSPHATE NATURAL FLAVORS, CITRIC ACID, CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT ENZYMES) COLORS ADDED (YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, YELLOW 6 LAKE, YELLOW 5 LAKE), SODIUM CASEINATE, BUTTER OIL) MAY CONTAIN SILICON DIOXIDE TO REDUCE CAKING "DEHYDRATED. CONTAINS: MILK, WHEAT Made on shared equipment that also processes egg.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mac & cheese or Macaroni & Cheese?
Overall, Macaroni & Cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Macaroni & Cheese has fewer calories: 348 kcal versus 351 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Macaroni & Cheese has less sugar: 1.5 g versus 14.1 g per 100 g.