Calorie comparison
Mac And Cheese vs Whole Milk
Per 100 grams, whole milk is the lighter choice by 103 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 | Whole Milk |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 | 61 |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 3.2 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 4.8 g |
| Fat | 6.6 g | 3.3 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
🥛 Whole Milk
1 cup (244 g)
149 cal
7.8 g protein · 11.7 g carbs · 8.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, mac and cheese or whole milk?
Per 100 g, mac and cheese has 164 calories and whole milk has 61. Whole Milk is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, mac and cheese or whole milk?
Mac And Cheese has 6.7 g of protein per 100 g; whole milk has 3.2 g. Mac And Cheese wins on protein.
Is mac and cheese or whole milk 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 whole milk — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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