Macaroni and cheese, from boxed mix: calories and nutrition facts
Values per 100 g (3.5 oz) of edible portion, according to the USDA.
Summary per 100 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g (3.5 oz) | Per 1 cup (198 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 190 cal | 376 cal | 19% |
| Total Fat | 8.3 g | 16.4 g | 21% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 3.6 g | 18% |
| Trans Fat | 1.2 g | 2.5 g | |
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 6 mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 338 mg | 669 mg | 29% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.9 g | 47.4 g | 17% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 2.4 g | 8% |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | 8.5 g | |
| Protein | 4.9 g | 9.7 g | 19% |
| Vitamin D | no data | ||
| Calcium | 63 mg | 125 mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 2.0 mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 129 mg | 255 mg | 5% |
Full nutrition table
| Nutrient | Per 100 g (3.5 oz) | Per 1 cup (198 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 190 cal | 376 cal | 19% |
| Energy (kJ) | 794 kJ | 1,572 kJ | |
| Water | 61.6 % | 122.0 % |
| Nutrient | Per 100 g (3.5 oz) | Per 1 cup (198 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 8.3 g | 16.4 g | 21% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.9 g | 47.4 g | 17% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 2.4 g | 8% |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | 8.5 g | |
| Protein | 4.9 g | 9.7 g | 19% |
| Nutrient | Per 100 g (3.5 oz) | Per 1 cup (198 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 3.6 g | 18% |
| Trans Fat | 1.2 g | 2.5 g | |
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 6 mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | 7.3 g | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | 3.7 g | |
| Butyric acid (4:0) | 0.02 g | 0.04 g | |
| Caproic acid (6:0) | 0.01 g | 0.03 g | |
| Caprylic acid (8:0) | 0.01 g | 0.02 g | |
| Capric acid (10:0) | 0.02 g | 0.05 g | |
| Lauric acid (12:0) | 0.03 g | 0.06 g | |
| Myristic acid (14:0) | 0.09 g | 0.18 g | |
| Palmitic acid (16:0) | 1.03 g | 2.04 g | |
| Stearic acid (18:0) | 0.51 g | 1.02 g | |
| Palmitoleic acid (16:1) | 0.02 g | 0.04 g | |
| Oleic acid (18:1) | 3.64 g | 7.20 g | |
| Gadoleic acid (20:1) | 0.02 g | 0.03 g | |
| Erucic acid (22:1) | 0.00 g | 0.00 g | |
| Linoleic acid (18:2) | 1.67 g | 3.31 g | |
| Linolenic acid (18:3) | 0.20 g | 0.39 g | |
| Stearidonic acid (18:4) | 0.00 g | 0.00 g | |
| Arachidonic acid (20:4) | 0.01 g | 0.01 g | |
| EPA (20:5 n-3) | 0.00 g | 0.00 g | |
| DPA (22:5 n-3) | 0.00 g | 0.00 g | |
| DHA (22:6 n-3) | 0.00 g | 0.00 g |
| Nutrient | Per 100 g (3.5 oz) | Per 1 cup (198 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 338 mg | 669 mg | 29% |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 125 mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 2.0 mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 129 mg | 255 mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 17 mg | 34 mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 112 mg | 222 mg | 18% |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg | 0.9 mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.07 mg | 0.15 mg | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.24 mg | 0.47 mg | 20% |
| Selenium | 12.5 µg | 24.8 µg | 45% |
| Nutrient | Per 100 g (3.5 oz) | Per 1 cup (198 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D | no data | ||
| Vitamin A (RAE) | no data | ||
| Retinol | no data | ||
| Vitamin C | no data | ||
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | no data | ||
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 6.4 µg | 12.7 µg | 11% |
| Thiamin (vitamin B1) | 0.18 mg | 0.35 mg | 29% |
| Riboflavin (vitamin B2) | 0.18 mg | 0.35 mg | 27% |
| Niacin (vitamin B3) | 1.2 mg | 2.3 mg | 15% |
| Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) | 0.43 mg | 0.86 mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.06 mg | 0.12 mg | 7% |
| Folate (DFE) | 114 µg | 226 µg | 56% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16 µg | 0.32 µg | 13% |
| Choline | 27 mg | 53 mg | 10% |
| Nutrient | Per 100 g (3.5 oz) | Per 1 cup (198 g) | % DV* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash | 1.30 g | 2.57 g | |
| Alcohol (ethyl) | no data | ||
| Caffeine | no data | ||
*DV = Daily Value, the FDA reference amount for adults (2,000 calories a day). It is not your personal need.
The USDA data has no value for this nutrient in Macaroni and cheese, from boxed mix.
Values are for the edible portion, without peel, bone or pit. The weight on your scale may include those parts.
Averages from analyzed samples and published sources. The food in front of you may vary.
Questions about Macaroni and cheese, from boxed mix
How many calories are in Macaroni and cheese, from boxed mix?
Macaroni and cheese, from boxed mix has 190 calories per 100 g (3.5 oz), according to the USDA. In 1 cup (198 g), that is 376 calories.
Where do the values for Macaroni and cheese, from boxed mix come from?
From the USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy dataset (final release, April 2018). The values are averages compiled from laboratory analyses, published literature and calculations.
Do the values apply to the brand I buy?
Not necessarily. These are averages for generic foods. For packaged products, go by the label.
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Data source
USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy (final release, April 2018). FDC ID 173341: “Macaroni and cheese, dry mix, prepared with 2% milk and 80% stick margarine from dry mix”.
Data version: usdasr2018-b6d8398e.