Macaroni & Classic Cheddar vs Shells & Real Aged Cheddar
Overall, Shells & Real Aged Cheddar has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 2 of our comparison points versus 1.
Macaroni & Classic Cheddar
Shells & Real Aged Cheddar
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Macaroni & Classic Cheddar | Shells & Real Aged Cheddar |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 380 kcal | 380 kcal |
| Fat | 6.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.8 g | 2.8 g |
| Sugars | 9.9 g | 7 g |
| Salt | 1.5 g | 2 g |
| Fiber | 4.2 g | — |
| Protein | 12.7 g | 14.1 g |
| Additives | 4 | 1 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Shells & Real Aged Cheddar has 11% less fat (5.6 g vs 6.3 g).
- Shells & Real Aged Cheddar has 29% less sugar (7 g vs 9.9 g).
- Macaroni & Classic Cheddar has 23% less salt (1.5 g vs 2 g).
Ingredients
Macaroni & Classic Cheddar
Organic Pasta (organic wheat flour), Whey, Cultured Cream, Nonfat Milk, Salt, Butter (pasteurized cream, salt), Dried Cheddar Cheese (cultured pasteurized milk, salt, non-animal enzymes), Corn Starch, Citric Acid, Annatto Extract (for color), Lactic Acid, Sunflower Lecithin, Sodium Phosphate, Silicon Dioxide (for anticaking)
Shells & Real Aged Cheddar
Organic Pasta (organic wheat flour), Dried Cheddar Cheese (cultured pasteurized milk, salt, non-animal enzymes), Whey, Salt, Corn Starch, Sodium Phosphate, Silicon Dioxide (for anticaking), Lactic Acid, Annatto Extract (for color).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Macaroni & Classic Cheddar or Shells & Real Aged Cheddar?
Overall, Shells & Real Aged Cheddar 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 & Classic Cheddar has fewer calories: 380 kcal versus 380 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Shells & Real Aged Cheddar has less sugar: 7 g versus 9.9 g per 100 g.