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How many calories are in mac and cheese?

1 cup (200 g) of mac and cheese has about 390 calories, with 14g protein, 42g carbohydrates and 18g fat.

Mac and cheese is pasta stirred in a creamy cheese sauce, rich in carbohydrates and fat.

Calories

390

Per serving
1 cup (200 g)

14g Protein
42g Carbs
18g Fat
2g Fiber

of which sugars: 5g

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are averages and vary by brand and preparation.

Calories and macros by amount

Amount Calories ProteinCarbsFat
1 cup (200 g) 390 14g42g18g
Per 100 g 195 7g21g9g

Where the calories come from

Share of calories from each macronutrient

Protein 15% Carbs 43% Fat 42%

Burn it off

Roughly how long it takes to burn 390 calories:

🚶
91
min
Walking
🏃
32
min
Running
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42
min
Cycling

Estimated for a ~70 kg (154 lb) adult; your rate varies.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in mac and cheese?

1 cup (200 g) of mac and cheese has about 390 calories, with 14g protein, 42g carbohydrates and 18g fat.

How much protein is in mac and cheese?

1 cup (200 g) of mac and cheese contains about 14g of protein.

How many carbs and fat are in mac and cheese?

1 cup (200 g) of mac and cheese contains about 42g of carbohydrates and 18g of fat.

Is mac and cheese good for weight loss?

At about 390 calories per serving, mac and cheese can fit a weight-loss plan when it suits your daily calorie budget. Log it by photo with LensNutra to stay on track.

How long does it take to burn off mac and cheese?

Burning about 390 calories takes roughly 91 minutes of walking or 32 minutes of running.

Written & maintained by the LensNutra nutrition team · Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central

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