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Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese Bites
Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese Bites by Trader Joe's provides 271 kcal per 100 g, with 2.4 g of sugars and 5.9 g of protein. That is 49% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Pasta dishes category and comes in a 10 oz pack. Contains: eggs, gluten, milk, mustard.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 3 pieces (85 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 271 kcal | 230 kcal | 262 | |
| Total fat | 18.8 g | 16 g | 21% | 6.1 +206% |
| Saturated fat | 8.2 g | 7 g | 35% | 2.2 +274% |
| Carbohydrates | 21.2 g | 18 g | 7% | 40 −47% |
| Total sugars | 2.4 g | 2 g | 4.6 −49% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.6 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.2 g | 1 g | 4% | 2.5 −53% |
| Protein | 5.9 g | 5 g | 10% | 9.6 −38% |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 0.8 g | 1.5 −38% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2206 Pasta dishes products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other pasta dishes
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Ingredients
butternut squash, s heavy cream, enriched macaroni (water, enriched durum wheat flour [semolina, niacin, ferrous g) sulfate, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid]), cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, microbial enzyme, beta carotene [color]), batter (yellow corn flour, rice flour, cornstarch, sea salt, cream of % tartar, sodium bicarbonate, garlic powder, onion powder, canola oil, xanthan gum), expeller pressed canola oil, breadcrumbs (wheat flour, sugar, yeast, salt), gouda cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, microbial enzyme, beta carotene [color]), shallots, eggs, water, cornstarch, garlic, butter (pasteurized cream), salt, sage, nutmeg, cane sugar, white pepper, ginger, mustard (water, mustard seeds, vinegar, salt), thyme, annatto extract (color). e* contains milk, egg, wheat. may contain soy.
- Allergens
- EggsGlutenMilkMustard
- May contain traces
- Soybeans
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 10 oz
- Serving size
- 3 pieces (85 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 00727006
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese Bites?
Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese Bites contains 271 kcal per 100 g and about 230 kcal per serving (3 pieces (85 g)).
How much sugar is in Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese Bites?
Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese Bites has 2.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese Bites healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese Bites vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese Bites contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Mustard. It may also contain traces of soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated October 26, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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