4 from 80 reviews
86%
recommend
AI Review Summary
The product is widely recognised for its convenience and ease of preparation, serving as a quick meal, snack, or side dish, and is often customised with additional ingredients. Many customers find the taste pleasant, describing it as classic, comforting, and nostalgic, with a creamy, cheesy sauce and tender pasta. It is particularly popular with children and families, often considered a household staple. Its affordability and value are also frequently mentioned. However, a significant number of reviews express dissatisfaction with the flavour, characterising it as bland, artificial, or overly processed. Concerns are also raised regarding its sodium and fat content, and some note a perceived decline in flavour or a change in colour over time. While the texture is generally well-regarded, some critiques include the taste being too salty or not cheesy enough. Portion size receives mixed feedback, and some customers prefer homemade or alternative versions.
Classic but just average for me
This is a quick and easy meal that's simple to make and handy to keep in the cupboard. The pasta cooks well and the cheese sauce is creamy, but the flavor is quite basic. It's filling and works when you need something fast, but it doesn't really stand out. The taste is a bit mil and can feel slightly artificial compared to homemade mac and cheese. pros quick and easy to prepare convenient pantry meal creamy texture cons fairly basic flavor slightly artificial taste Overall A convenient and easy option, but pretty average in taste. Good for a quick meal, but not something I'd choose ofthe. Improvement Would be better with a stronger more natural cheese flavor
Very convinient and nostalgic!
Always a quick, reliable, and comforting meal! The flavour is nostalgic and it's easy to make in just a few minutes. It's the best boxed Mac and cheese on the market, though I usually have to add a little extra pepper or cheese to make it perfect. Great for a quick lunch or a fast-kid friendly dinner. Not quite homemade, but it definitely hits the spot!
The OG
The original & still the best! For me this mac & cheese will always be nostalgic, & continues to hit the spot for an easy cheat meal!
Side dish
Have tried this product several times as a side dish or snack for the Children. In which the Children have not given high praise for with it not having alot of flavour. oo14
Average
It’s fine, not great but I wouldn’t expect much from packaged mac and cheese. It’s handy since it’s so convenient but i wouldn’t regularly eat this.
Bring back the cheese
It's just not as good as it used to be, lost its flavour. Product amount has shrunk and goes a bit gluggy. Now buy same but Kraft three cheese variety for the flavour hit and cooks up better.
Simple meals for kids
Mac n Cheese are great simple meals to make for kids when you are in a rush. They have the right amount in each packet to fill there tummies.
Comfort food
I love this Mac and cheese. So quick to prepare when you are too hungry to be bothered cooking and need something delicious to eat quickly.
Kraft Mac and Cheese Original
Product is good for a fast filler meal! The cheese powder does take some time to really mix it in and you usually need more milk or water than listed.
Taste has been improving
I have been living in Australia for over ten years now. I came from a country that made delicious KD Mac and cheese. When I first moved here, the KD wasn't that great but it has really improved over time! It's a great quick and easy lunch or addition to a dinner.
