To make a good ranking, We evaluated our boxed mac and cheese based on Texture, Flavor, Quality and mostly Nostalgia Factor
– Texture: 19/20 – Flavor: 20/20 – Quality: 19/20 – Value: 20/20 – Nostalgia Factor: 19/20 – TOTAL: 97/100
Annie's Shells & Real Aged Cheddar has perfect texture, recognizable ingredients, and high protein. Its sharp, aged cheese flavor makes it gourmet.
– Texture: 19/20 – Flavor: 19/20 – Quality: 19/20 – Value: 20/20 – Nostalgia Factor: 16/20 – TOTAL: 93/100
Trader Joe's Shells & White Cheddar is an affordable and organic choice. Its al dente pasta catches the slightly sharp sauce well.
Goodles boxed mac and cheese is healthier with added proteins and vegetable nutrients. The vegan variety is surprisingly cheesy, creamy, and high in fiber.
– Texture: 17/20 – Flavor: 18/20 – Quality: 18/20 – Value: 18/20 – Nostalgia Factor: 16/20 – TOTAL: 87/100
Annie's "deluxe" mac and cheese has actual cheese as the third ingredient and a thick sauce texture. It's perfect for those who prefer ultra-rich cheese sauce.
– Texture: 15/20 – Flavor: 19/20 – Quality: 18/20 – Value: 19/20 – Nostalgia Factor: 19/20 – TOTAL: 90/100
Kraft's gluten-free mac has a satisfying texture and tastes like the original. Made with brown rice and corn, it holds its shape when cooked properly.