Kids Macaroni & Cheese
The meal consists of the “original mac and cheese every kid loves,” featuring tender elbow macaroni noodles coated in a smooth, creamy orange cheddar cheese sauce. At Applebee’s, this is typically served as a Kids’ Meal, which includes one “Sidekick” (side dish) and a beverage.
Price
- Kids’ Meal Price: Generally ranges from $8.49 to $9.49 (varies by location).
- Inclusions: This price includes the Mac & Cheese, one side (like fries, applesauce, or broccoli), and a kid-sized drink.
Calories
- Macaroni & Cheese (Main Only): Approximately 310 calories.
- Overall Meal: Total calories depend on the side and drink chosen. For example, adding fries (+430 cal) and a chocolate milk (+210 cal) can bring the total meal to over 950 calories.
Ingredients
Applebee’s uses Kraft® Macaroni & Cheese for this dish. Primary components include:
- Enriched Macaroni: Wheat flour, durum flour, niacin, ferrous sulfate (iron), thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid.
- Cheese Sauce Mix: Whey, milkfat, salt, milk protein concentrate, sodium triphosphate, contains less than 2% of tapioca starch, citric acid, lactic acid, sodium phosphate, calcium phosphate, with paprika, turmeric, and annatto added for color, enzymes, and cheese culture.
Nutrition
Values are based on the standard serving of Mac & Cheese without sides.
| Metric | Value |
| Total Fat | 9g |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5g |
| Sodium | 650mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 44g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g |
| Sugars | 8g |
| Protein | 10g |
Allergens
According to Applebee’s allergen guide, the Kids Macaroni & Cheese contains:
- Wheat / Gluten (from the pasta)
- Milk / Dairy (from the cheese sauce and whey)
- Shared Kitchen Note: Because Applebee’s uses shared cooking and preparation areas, they cannot guarantee any item is 100% free of other allergens like soy, egg, or tree nuts due to potential cross-contact.
