Is Kraft Original Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese Dinner healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 75/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sodium (929 mg). Sodium Phosphate and Sorbic Acid are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.

What are the ingredients in Kraft Original Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese Dinner?

In label order (largest amount first): ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE (WHEY, MILK, CANOLA OIL, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF LACTIC ACID, SODIUM ALGINATE, SORBIC ACID AS A PRESERVATIVE, MILKFAT, ANNATTO EXTRACT [COLOR], NATURAL FLAVOR, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA [COLOR], ENZYMES, CHEESE CULTURE).

Does Kraft Original Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese Dinner contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Sodium Phosphate (worth noting): Excessive intake of phosphates may pose health risks, particularly for individuals with kidney issues. Sorbic Acid (worth noting): Excessive intake may cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals.

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Kraft Original Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese Dinner

Name: Kraft Original Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
Brand: Kraft
SKU: 0021000057184

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Listed as: ORIGINAL CHEDDAR MACARONI AND CHEESE DINNER, CHEDDAR

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TrustPick analysis

Some things worth noting4/5 ★

Ingredient rating 4/5 — nothing restricted, and no more than 15% of ingredients worth noting. How ratings work

2 worth noting.

Sodium PhosphateWorth noting
Permitted with limits in India · Permitted with limits in EU
Excessive intake of phosphates may pose health risks, particularly for individuals with kidney issues.
Worth knowing: Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in processed foods.
Depends on amount
Sorbic AcidWorth noting
Permitted with limits in India · Permitted with limits in EU
Excessive intake may cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals.
Worth knowing: Used as a preservative to extend shelf life.
Depends on amount

TrustPick Health Score

75/100 · B

Combines ingredients, nutrition and processing level. How it’s calculated

An AI summary of how regulators in India, the EU, the US and Canada treat these ingredients, for consumer education. Not a medical device; not medical or legal advice. Product facts are shown separately from our analysis. How TrustPick scores products

Product facts

Manufacturer: Kraft Heinz Foods Company
Serving size: 98 g (3.5 oz (98/ about 1/4 box) (Makes about 1 cup))
Last updated: 12 Oct 2026

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Ingredients

In label order, highest quantity first

1ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID)
2CHEESE SAUCE (WHEY, MILK, CANOLA OIL, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF LACTIC ACID, SODIUM ALGINATE, SORBIC ACID AS A PRESERVATIVE, MILKFAT, ANNATTO EXTRACT [COLOR], NATURAL FLAVOR, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA [COLOR], ENZYMES, CHEESE CULTURE)

Nutrition facts

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (98 g)
Energy	316 kcal	309.7 kcal
Fat	11.2 g	11 g
of which saturated	2.5 g	2.5 g
of which trans	0 g	0 g
Carbohydrate	42.9 g	42 g
of which sugars	4.1 g	4 g
of which added sugars	0 g	0 g
Fibre	1 g	1 g
Protein	12.2 g	12 g
Sodium	929 mg	910.4 mg

Questions about Kraft Original Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese Dinner

Is Kraft Original Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese Dinner healthy?: TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 75/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sodium (929 mg). Sodium Phosphate and Sorbic Acid are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.
What are the ingredients in Kraft Original Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese Dinner?: In label order (largest amount first): ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE (WHEY, MILK, CANOLA OIL, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF LACTIC ACID, SODIUM ALGINATE, SORBIC ACID AS A PRESERVATIVE, MILKFAT, ANNATTO EXTRACT [COLOR], NATURAL FLAVOR, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA [COLOR], ENZYMES, CHEESE CULTURE).
Does Kraft Original Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese Dinner contain any ingredients worth knowing about?: Sodium Phosphate (worth noting): Excessive intake of phosphates may pose health risks, particularly for individuals with kidney issues. Sorbic Acid (worth noting): Excessive intake may cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals.

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