Mac & Cheese
Low calorie densityCalories per 100 g
121
Density
1.21kcal/g
Protein / 100g
6.1g
Carbs / 100g
13.1g
Fat / 100g
5.0g
Where this food sits on the scale
01.546+ kcal/g
Mac & Cheese has 1.21 calories per gram (121 per 100 g). Filling foods that keep portions generous while staying easy on your calorie budget. For comparison, water-rich vegetables sit near 0.2 kcal/g while pure oils reach about 9 kcal/g.
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Dish | 198 g | 240 |
| 100 g | 100 g | 121 |
Where the calories come from
- Protein6.1 g / 100 g20% of calories
- Carbs13.1 g / 100 g43% of calories
- Fat5.0 g / 100 g37% of calories
Quick comparisons
- Mac & Cheese is 8.1× as dense than Cucumber, With Peel, Raw (1.21 vs 0.15 kcal/g).
- Mac & Cheese is 2.6× as dense than Apple Juice, Canned Or Bottled, Unsweetened, With Added Ascorbic Acid (1.21 vs 0.46 kcal/g).
- Mac & Cheese is 2.1× less dense than Chicken Breast Tenders, Breaded, Cooked, Microwaved (1.21 vs 2.52 kcal/g).
Frequently asked questions about mac & cheese
- How many calories are in 100 grams of mac & cheese?
- Mac & Cheese contains 121 calories per 100 g, along with 6.1 g of protein, 13.1 g of carbohydrates, and 5.0 g of fat.
- What is the calorie density of mac & cheese?
- Mac & Cheese has a calorie density of 1.21 kcal per gram, which places it in the low tier (0.6 – 1.5 kcal/g).
- How many calories are in one dish of mac & cheese?
- One dish of Mac & Cheese weighs about 198 g and provides roughly 240 calories.
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