Shells & cheese

by Aldi 12 g in Macaroni and cheese Barcode 0041498111748
Poor nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Shells & cheese by Aldi provides 327 kcal per 100 g, with 5.3 g of sugars and 10.6 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Macaroni and cheese category and comes in a 12 g pack. Contains: gluten, milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
11.5 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
3.1 g · Moderate
Sugars
5.3 g · Moderate
Salt
1.9 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 113 g

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 327 kcal 370 kcal 279 +18%
Total fat 11.5 g 13 g 17% 6.4 +79%
Saturated fat 3.1 g 3.5 g 18% 3
Carbohydrates 46 g 52 g 19% 44 +5%
Total sugars 5.3 g 6 g 5.6 −6%
Added sugars 0 g 0 g 0% 0.6 −100%
Dietary fiber 1.8 g 2 g 7% 2.5 −29%
Protein 10.6 g 12 g 24% 10.6
Salt 1.9 g 2.1 g 1.4 +32%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 373 Macaroni and cheese products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other macaroni and cheese

Calories lower 50%
Sugars higher 44%
Salt higher 42%
Saturated fat higher 39%
Protein top 52%
Fiber top 49%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

enriched macaroni (enriched wheat and durum flour [niacin, ferrous sulfate, thiamine mononitrate riboflavin, folic acid]), cheese sauce: (water, cheddär cheese [pateurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes], canola oil, whey, natural flavors, non-fat dry milk, maltodextrin, sodium phosphate, salt, color added (beta carotene, paprika extract), sodium alginate, mono and diglycerides, lactic acid, xanthan gum, sorbic acid to preserve freshness, n facts arton (113g) iner about 3 ving calories from fat 90 % daily value* 16% at 4,5g 23% 18mg ng hydrate 49g 16% er 2g 6% 25% contains: wheat, milk, double

May contain palm oilNot vegan
Allergens
GlutenMilk

Additives 7

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Quantity
12 g
Serving size
113 g
Sold in
United States
Barcode
0041498111748

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Shells & cheese?

Shells & cheese contains 327 kcal per 100 g and about 370 kcal per serving (113 g).

How much sugar is in Shells & cheese?

Shells & cheese has 5.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Shells & 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 Shells & cheese vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Shells & 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 January 15, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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