Shells & White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese vs Macaroni & Classic Cheddar
Overall, Shells & White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Shells & White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese
Macaroni & Classic Cheddar
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Shells & White Cheddar Macar... | Macaroni & Classic Cheddar |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 260 kcal | 380 kcal |
| Fat | 3.5 g | 6.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 2.8 g |
| Sugars | 4 g | 9.9 g |
| Salt | 1.4 g | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 3 g | 4.2 g |
| Protein | 9 g | 12.7 g |
| Additives | 0 | 4 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Shells & White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese has 32% fewer calories (260 kcal vs 380 kcal).
- Shells & White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese has 45% less fat (3.5 g vs 6.3 g).
- Shells & White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese has 29% less saturated fat (2 g vs 2.8 g).
- Shells & White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese has 59% less sugar (4 g vs 9.9 g).
- Macaroni & Classic Cheddar has 29% more fiber (4.2 g vs 3 g).
- Macaroni & Classic Cheddar has 29% more protein (12.7 g vs 9 g).
Ingredients
Shells & White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese
Organic pasta (organic wheat flour), dried cheddar cheese (cultured pasteurized milk, salt, non-animal enzymes), whey, butter, nonfat milk, salt, sodium phosphate, silicon dioxide (for anticaking).
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)
FAQ
Which is healthier: Shells & White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese or Macaroni & Classic Cheddar?
Overall, Shells & White Cheddar 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?
Shells & White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese has fewer calories: 260 kcal versus 380 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Shells & White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese has less sugar: 4 g versus 9.9 g per 100 g.