Calorie comparison
Mac And Cheese vs Oatmeal
Per 100 grams, oatmeal is the lighter choice by 93 calories, while mac and cheese delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Mac And Cheese | Oatmeal |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 | 71 |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 12 g |
| Fat | 6.6 g | 1.5 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🧀 Mac And Cheese
1 cup (198 g)
325 cal
13.3 g protein · 39.6 g carbs · 13.1 g fat
🥣 Oatmeal
1 cup cooked (234 g)
166 cal
5.9 g protein · 28.1 g carbs · 3.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, mac and cheese or oatmeal?
Per 100 g, mac and cheese has 164 calories and oatmeal has 71. Oatmeal is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, mac and cheese or oatmeal?
Mac And Cheese has 6.7 g of protein per 100 g; oatmeal has 2.5 g. Mac And Cheese wins on protein.
Is mac and cheese or oatmeal better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward oatmeal — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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