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Shells and cheese gluten free
Shells and cheese gluten free by Velveeta provides 493 kcal per 100 g, with 4.4 g of sugars and 7.1 g of protein. That is 218% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Gluten-free pasta category and comes in a 12 oz pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 113g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 493 kcal | 557 kcal | 320 +54% | |
| Total fat | 29.2 g | 33 g | 42% | 2.1 +1263% |
| Saturated fat | 2.2 g | 2.5 g | 13% | 0.4 +421% |
| Carbohydrates | 50.4 g | 57 g | 21% | 62.9 −20% |
| Total sugars | 4.4 g | 5 g | 1.4 +218% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.9 g | 1 g | 4% | 4.7 −81% |
| Protein | 7.1 g | 8 g | 16% | 10.7 −34% |
| Salt | 5.8 g | 6.6 g | 0.1 +5529% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 292 Gluten-free pasta products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other gluten-free pasta
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
GLUTEN FREE PASTA (CORN FLOUR, BROWN RICE FLOUR), CHEESE SAUCE (WATER, CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, ENZYMES], CANOLA OIL, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, MALTODEXTRIN, NON-FAT DRY MILK, WHEY, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL FLAVORS, COLOR ADDED [BETA CAROTENE, PAPRIKA EXTRACT], SODIUM ALGINATE, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, LACTIC ACID, XANTHAN GUM, SORBIC ACID). CONTAINS: MILK.
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 8
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 12 oz
- Serving size
- 113g
- Labels & certifications
- No gluten
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0021000083602
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Shells and cheese gluten free?
Shells and cheese gluten free contains 493 kcal per 100 g and about 557 kcal per serving (113g).
How much sugar is in Shells and cheese gluten free?
Shells and cheese gluten free has 4.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Shells and cheese gluten free healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (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 Shells and cheese gluten free vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Shells and cheese gluten free contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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