Four-Cheese Mac & Cheese with Applewood-Smoked Bacon
How we scored it
This product is heavily processed with multiple additives and preservatives, including sodium phosphate, carrageenan, and polysorbate 80. The presence of processed cheeses and high sodium content further detracts from its nutritional quality.
This dish is scored from the chain's published statements for each of its components.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 serving (258g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 390 | |
| Total fat | 18g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 45mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 1160mg | 50% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39g | 14% |
| Dietary fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Sugars | 4g | |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
Applebee's's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8SugarBad
Sugar adds sweetness but is often associated with negative health impacts when consumed in excess, leading to a negative sentiment.
See more about Sugar →SaltNeutral
Salt enhances flavor and preserves food, making it a beneficial ingredient in moderation.
See more about Salt →Vitamin D3Neutral
Vitamin D3 is added to support bone health, but in this context, it is a standard supplement with no strong positive or negative sentiment.
See more about Vitamin D3 →WaterNeutral
Water is used as a solvent and to adjust consistency, serving as a neutral ingredient in food processing.
See more about Water →White American Processed CheeseNeutral
This processed cheese provides flavor and texture, typical in cheese dishes, with no inherent positive or negative sentiment.
American CheeseNeutral
American cheese is a common processed cheese used for melting and flavor, considered neutral in overall impact.
Pasteurized MilkNeutral
Pasteurized milk is treated for safety and preservation, a standard dairy ingredient with neutral sentiment.
See more about Pasteurized Milk →Cheese CultureNeutral
Cheese cultures are used to ferment and develop cheese flavor, serving a functional role without positive or negative connotations.
See more about Cheese Culture →More sides at Applebee's
Scout's score is an independent read of Applebee's's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored September 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Applebee's menu.