Macaroni & cheddar cheese
Macaroni & cheddar cheese by Ahold provides 394 kcal per 100 g, with 8.5 g of sugars and 14.1 g of protein. That is 84% 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: 1 portion (71 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 394 kcal | 280 kcal | 262 +50% | |
| Total fat | 4.9 g | 3.5 g | 4% | 6.1 −20% |
| Saturated fat | 2.1 g | 1.5 g | 8% | 2.2 |
| Carbohydrates | 76.1 g | 54 g | 20% | 40 +90% |
| Total sugars | 8.5 g | 6 g | 4.6 +84% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.6 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.8 g | 2 g | 7% | 2.5 +13% |
| Protein | 14.1 g | 10 g | 20% | 9.6 +48% |
| Salt | 1.9 g | 1.3 g | 1.5 +24% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2210 Pasta dishes products on Foodmetria.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Source of protein
- 14% of calories from protein (EU: at least 12% of calories from protein)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other pasta dishes
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Organic elbows (organic durum wheat semolina), aged cheddar cheese seasoning (organic maltodextrin, organic cheddar cheese* [pasteurized organic milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes], salt, organic cream powder [organic cream, organic non-fat dry milk, vitamin e to protect flavor], organic wheat flour, organic cornstarch, organic non-fat dry milk, natural flavors, contains 2% or less of: organic sunflower oil, lactic acid powder, sodium phosphate, organic annatto extract for color, silicon dioxide [to reduce caking], citric acid).
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 portion (71 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0688267038938
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Macaroni & cheddar cheese?
Macaroni & cheddar cheese contains 394 kcal per 100 g and about 280 kcal per serving (1 portion (71 g)).
How much sugar is in Macaroni & cheddar cheese?
Macaroni & cheddar cheese has 8.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Macaroni & cheddar 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 Macaroni & cheddar cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Macaroni & cheddar 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 November 6, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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