Appetizers • Vegetarian • Classic Starter

Fried Macaroni and Cheese

Cheesecake Factory Fried Macaroni and Cheese costs $19.95 and delivers 1,310 calories, 96g fat, 70g carbs, and 40 grams of protein. Crispy crumb-coated macaroni and cheese balls served over a creamy marinara sauce.

How Much Is Fried Macaroni and Cheese?

2026 Menu Price
$19.95 Whole Plate • 1,310 Cal
Whole plate for $19.95. Prices vary by location.
Menu Placement: Featured on the Appetizers menu across nationwide restaurant locations.

What Is in Fried Macaroni and Cheese?

Fried Macaroni and Cheese is crispy crumb-coated macaroni and cheese balls served over a creamy marinara sauce.

  • Macaroni and Cheese Balls Macaroni and cheese formed into balls
  • Crispy Crumb Coating Crumb coating fried until crisp
  • Creamy Marinara Sauce Creamy marinara sauce served under the balls

What Allergens Are in Fried Macaroni and Cheese?

Fried Macaroni and Cheese contains wheat from the crumb coating, milk from the cheese, and egg. It is vegetarian as served, not vegan, and not gluten-free.

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CONTAINS DECLARED ALLERGENS:
Wheat (Crumb Coating) Milk (Cheese) Egg

Cheesecake Factory Fried Macaroni and Cheese Nutrition Facts

One plate provides 1,310 calories, 96g total fat, 70g carbohydrates, and 40g protein.

Vegetarian 40g Protein

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1 plate
Amount per serving
Calories
1310
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 96g 123%
Saturated Fat 47g 235%
Sodium 2,140mg 93%
Total Carbohydrate 70g 25%
Protein 40g 80%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. Fiber, sugars, trans fat and cholesterol are not listed here because they were not in the verified data for this plate; they have not been estimated.
Macronutrients & Daily Value Reference
Protein
40g
80% of daily goal
Carbs
70g
25% of daily goal
Fat
96g
123% of daily goal
Sodium
2,140mg
93% of daily goal
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CUSTOMER QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions About Fried Macaroni and Cheese

Direct answers on Fried Macaroni and Cheese vegetarian and gluten-free status, ball count, marinara sauce, and eating fresh.

01 Is Fried Macaroni and Cheese vegetarian?
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Yes, it is vegetarian as served, since it is macaroni and cheese with a crumb coating and marinara sauce. It is not vegan, because of the cheese and egg.

02 Is Fried Macaroni and Cheese gluten-free?
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No. The crumb coating contains wheat, so the plate contains gluten.

03 How many macaroni and cheese balls come in an order?
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4 balls per order, according to staff-training material. The menu does not state a count, That count comes from training material, not the printed menu.

04 Does the marinara sauce contain onions?
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Onions are in the creamy marinara sauce, according to staff-training material. Onion is therefore a sensitivity to note for this sauce.

05 What does the marinara sauce taste like?
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Reviewers describe it as creamy and more cheesy than tomatoey, with one calling it a sauce worth sipping. The macaroni and cheese balls are also praised on their own, so the sauce is a bonus rather than a rescue.

06 Is Fried Macaroni and Cheese best eaten fresh?
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Yes, like most fried starters it is at its crispiest fresh in the restaurant. Air-fryer reheating is a home-cook tip for leftovers.

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