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Mac & cheese
Mac & cheese by Kraft provides 314 kcal per 100 g, with 10 g of sugars and 12.9 g of protein. That is 118% more 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. Contains: gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 0.5 box (70 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 314 kcal | 220 kcal | 262 +20% | |
| Total fat | 7.1 g | 5 g | 6% | 6.1 +16% |
| Saturated fat | 3.6 g | 2.5 g | 13% | 2.2 +62% |
| Carbohydrates | 71.4 g | 50 g | 18% | 40 +79% |
| Total sugars | 10 g | 7 g | 4.6 +118% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.6 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.9 g | 2 g | 7% | 2.5 +14% |
| Protein | 12.9 g | 9 g | 18% | 9.6 +35% |
| Salt | 1.8 g | 1.2 g | 1.5 +16% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2207 Pasta dishes products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other pasta dishes
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
pasta (enriched wheat flour [wheat flour, niacin, ferrous sulfate (iron), thiamin mononitrate (vitamin b1), riboflavin (vitamin b2), folic acid], whole wheat flour), cheese sauce mix (whey, milkfat, milk protein concentrate, salt, calcium carbonate, sodium triphosphate, contains less than 2% of potassium chloride, citric acid, sodium phosphate, lactic acid, natural flavor, milk, with paprika, annatto, and turmeric added for color, enzymes, cheese culture, sodium caseinate),
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
Additives 6
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 0.5 box (70 g)
- Labels & certifications
- No artificial flavors
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0021000013425
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Mac & cheese?
Mac & cheese contains 314 kcal per 100 g and about 220 kcal per serving (0.5 box (70 g)).
How much sugar is in Mac & cheese?
Mac & cheese has 10 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Mac & cheese 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 Mac & cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Mac & cheese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated June 8, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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