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Macaroni cheese
Macaroni cheese by McIntosh provides 148 kcal per 100 g, with 0.9 g of sugars and 5.9 g of protein. That is 85% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Macaroni and cheese category and comes in a 400 g pack. Contains: gluten, milk, mustard.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 148 kcal | 279 −47% |
| Total fat | 6.7 g | 6.4 |
| Saturated fat | 4.4 g | 3 +43% |
| Carbohydrates | 15.2 g | 44 −65% |
| Total sugars | 0.9 g | 5.6 −85% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0.6 −100% |
| Protein | 5.9 g | 10.6 −45% |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 1.4 −37% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 372 Macaroni and cheese products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other macaroni and cheese
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Cheese Sauce (64%) (Water, Cheddar Cheese 21% (Milk, Salt), Whole Milk Powder, Butter (Milk, Salt), Modified Maize Starch, Salt, Mustard Powder, Cheese Powder (Milk), Cream Powder (Milk), Skimmed Milk Powder, Cheese Flavouring, Yeast Extract, Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid), White Pepper, Colour (Annatto Norbixin)), Cooked Macaroni (36%) (Water, Durum Wheat Semolina).
- Allergens
- GlutenMilkMustard
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 400 g
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5011785013746
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Macaroni cheese?
Macaroni cheese contains 148 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Macaroni cheese?
Macaroni cheese has 0.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Macaroni cheese healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (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 cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Macaroni cheese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk, Mustard. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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