I have been compensated as part of a social campaign for Stouffer’s #MacCups with The Motherhood. The opinions are completely my own.
I said it last weekend, and I’ll say it again now.
Hanging holiday lights is not for the faint of heart (which is exactly why I corralled my boyfriend into doing it for me).
Naturally I helped, but he did the roof climbing and all that jazz. I did things like hand him lights and love him.
Oh yeah, I made lunch too.
Actually, it was more like a quick mini meal to keep him us going.
I tried the new Stouffer’s Mac Cups — it’s still the Stouffer’s mac and cheese we all remember (with 100% real cheese sauce), but it’s in convenient little cups that are microwavable and ready in 3 minutes!
The 2-packs are available in 3 different flavors: Classic Mac & Cheese, White Cheddar & Bacon Mac and Cheeseburger Mac.
The Cheeseburger Mac had huge pieces of meat in it, by the way. Pretty impressive. And the White Cheddar & Bacon Mac had a really nice smoky flavor, which I wasn’t expecting. Bonus!
With 10+ grams of protein and only 250 calories or less per serving, they make a great option for mini meals, and since it was already mid-afternoon when we stopped to eat, they were the perfect size for us.
He got right back to work with the lights, but I took a mini meal moment to just sit and relax while working on my holiday shopping list. It was the perfect escape in the middle of my day.
On busy days when you don’t have time to stop for long, but you still want a mini meal escape, Stouffer’s Mac Cups are perfect. Look for them in the freezer aisle of your grocery store.
Visit Stouffers.com to find a store near you.
What’s left on your busy holiday to-do list?
TweenselMom says
I just wish my daughters also eat macaroni. they will only eat 3 to 3 spoons of macaroni an cheese and they will pass the plate already.
Jenn says
These sound like the perfect, easy snack full of cheesy goodness.
Caitlin says
Yum!! Those look absolutely amazing!!
Ty says
Mmm! The white cheddar bacon one looks really creamy and delicious! I’ll definitely need to check these out the next time I go shopping!
Valerie Remy-Milora says
I love easy to prepare snacks or meal that taste great and keep us energized and ready for fun or hard work. This time of year is particularly busy and it’s great to have options that don’t require a lot of prep time.
Joanne Gregory says
I had not seen these in the store – must look for them! If Stouffer’s makes them, they will definitely taste great!
Giveaways 4 Mom says
I may have to check this out. This would be such an easy meal.
Amber NElson says
That is a great idea for us busy people!
Dawn Monroe says
I think Stouffers has the best frozen foods especially mac and cheese and lasagna. Great after school snack.
Emily says
I was looking at these in the store the other day. My son loves mac & cheese it would be nice to have a quick and easy meal for him.
Emily says
My son’s favorite food is Mac and Cheese. I bet he would love these!
Brandy says
I must admit, I have not seen these little cups before. They are adorable and certainly the perfect size for me to sneak in lunch (instead of not eating lunch) during my busy work days. Thanks for giving me a lunch idea for work days and no-school days!
Carol Nine says
They all sound delicious. I’d like to try all flavors of these. They sure make for a quick little meal or snack. They would be great to take to work for lunch.
Amanda mcMahon says
While I love some home-made mac-n-cheese, sometimes you need to look at ready made.
Lisa Rios says
Looks delicious. My kids love mac and cheese. I think this ‘Stouffer’s Mac cups’ would be perfect for their play time meals after school. Will have to check this out.
Farrah says
I haven’t seen these in the store yet, but these looks like an easy meal for hubby to take to work!
Danielle says
I love Stouffer’s but I had not clue that they made these little food cups. I am gong to have to get some of these for my son.
Pamela Gurganus says
I love Stouffer’s macaroni and cheese and I’m really excited about these new mac cups! They have some wonderful flavors and I love the size of these for single portions!
Maggie says
My middle son would LOVE these! He loves Mac and cheese!
christina aliperti says
I need to try the white cheddar and bacon. That looks really good! I love Stouffers mac and cheese.
Esther says
I am in need of some more ideas for my girls after school snack. These will work perfect.
stephanie says
because you can never have enough mac and cheese – seriously we’ve ate it two nights in a row. lol #nojudgment
Karen Eidson says
I always loved Stouffers before I started eating gluten free. Unfortunately for me, I can no longer eat any of their products. I can tell you that if they ever found a cure for gluten intolerance, I would be go get me some Stouffers.
Angela says
I just had one of these this afternoon! I love the small portion. It’s perfect for inbetween meals.
Kim Croisant says
Stouffer’s one of my favorite TV dinners. Their portion size is perfect for me. I’ll have to try these too.
Kristin says
Yeah, you had me at mac & cheese. I’m such a sucker for it!
Marina says
I second that one. I could eat mac and cheese every day!
Danielle says
I am so glad we didn’t hang any lights! Just bows on our tree outside this year.
Becky says
love me a great pick me up for lunch and fast!
Yona Williams says
I still have to make my holiday wreath…I’ve been dragging my feet. I LOVE how you so conveniently placed the Mac and Cheese cup on the photo placemat in just the right page. LOL! These cups would be nice for my nephew.
Carly Anderson says
Stouffers Mac and Cheese is so good! I love their new cups!
Barbara Montag says
Since I’m a grazer this is a great product for me.
I hope they come to my area soon.
Alissa Apel says
Oh mac and cheese. It was my teenage love. I had it all the time then.
Cathy French says
On my last Kroger shopping trip, I received a printed coupon upon checkout for these. I love Stouffers mac & cheese so I will definitely be looking for these in the freezer section so I can try them. Can’t wait to taste these.
Natalie says
Stouffers truly makes the most creamy and delicious mac and cheese around! I love it!
Amy Desrosiers says
My kids do love these when they need a quick lunch! They are very convenient for the holidays too!
Christie says
I definitely think these would be tasty! Great after school snack for my son too!
Marti Tabora says
I have had good experiences with Stouffer’s in the past, so I would love to give these a try.
Chrystal @ YUM eating says
I love Stouffer’s mac and cheese. These mini cups sound perfect for portion control.
Stephanie says
I’ll have to check these out, with Christmas Vacation coming on the kids will need some easy go-to lunch ideas and this would be perfect! My Christmas to-do list; I get to install cabinets. 🙂 Odd right?!
Gabriel Bregg says
Looks tasty! I’m not a huge mac-n-cheese fan, but Stouffers has tons of good quick meals!
Denise Taylor-Dennis says
I have never heard of these before but they look so delicious. I will have to try these soon.
Kristin says
Love finding easy meals like this, and in these little cups it makes a great side dish or meal for the little ones on a busy week night. Plus Stouffers has tasty food!
Rachelle J says
Oh my daughter loves Mac and Cheese but I don’t and I hate having to break out the pot to make it just for her! These are perfect, must have, thanks!
Crystal says
I can’t wait to try these! I picked some up when I was out shopping last night.
Tess says
Those are perfect for after school snacks. I love how convent they are to make.
Janeane Davis says
These little cups are a nice treat. It is a way to have something delicious without a lot of work.
Dhemz says
I love Stouffer’s…perfect for quick meals!
Mistee Dawn says
Yum! How could anyone say no to mac n cheese. Cannot wait to pick some of these up!
Marcie W. says
I still have to wrap presents and get the house ready for company this weekend so a quick hot lunch option would be absolutely perfect.
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
These would be perfect for us as the kids won;t eat mac and cheese! Gasp!
Racquel Schroder-Bregg says
Oh so much left to do on my holiday list! It seems the holidays come faster and faster every year. My littles like Mac & Cheese but I can’t have it due to allergies. This looks like a great option for them!
Rebekah says
Stouffers makes my favorite frozen mac and cheese!
WendysHat says
That is so convenient. It would be great to keep at the office or at home when the children need a snack after school.
Latoicha says
I love these cups! My kids are obsessed with mac and cheese and this is the perfect meal to throw in their lunch boxes. Thanks for sharing.
sandra davis says
My kids would so love these. I am going to have get some for them to try. They are big mac and cheese eaters. I still have to wrap all my presents and buy a few more. Other than that, I think I am done.
Myrabev says
Never heard of them or tried them yet but looks and sounds good to me. I might need to look for them in the UK stores and see what I can find, thanks for sharing.
Rebecca Swenor says
I have not yet tried the Stouffers Mac Cups yet. I will have to pick some up because they are great for lunch. That was so awesome how he did the lights and you helped of course. Thanks for sharing.
Tammy says
umm… Writing Christmas Cards… (somehow I don’t think it’s going to get done this year…). As for those Mac & Cheese cups totally picking some up to send back to college with my daughter after Christmas Break!
ourfamilyworld says
Those look so yummy, I am a huge fan of mac and cheese; these little cups look perfect!
Stacey - Travel Blogger says
Those looks really good. I would love to try the White Cheddar variety. Yum!
Heather says
I haven’t seen these before. Can see these being a nice little hold me over kinda thing and I’m sure my kids would love them.
Lily Kwan says
This mac and cheese looks very tasty. Thanks for sharing!
Marina says
Stouffer’s is great for quick meals. My kids would love these.
Jeanine says
These look so good! I am a big fan of Stouffer’s. I haven’t seen these yet though!
lisa says
These look so simple and delicious! Good for when you do not have a lot of time to cook.
Dede says
It’s impressive that these pack so much protein. This would be a great lunch option that I could heat up at work.
Courtney says
Wow!! I have never seen these before! They look pretty yummy though, so I will have to look for them next time I’m shopping!
Melissa SippyCupMom says
These sound like they would be perfect for those days when I am too busy to really put a meal together for lunch. With little kids, it is sometimes difficult finding the time to eat!
Krista says
I’ve had these and I love them! They’re great when you’re grabbing something on the fly!
Wendy @ ABCs and Garden Peas says
Oh, and we just got rid of our microwave! I do agree that when it comes to mac n cheese, you can’t beat Stouffer’s!
Jenn says
My son is obsessed with mac and cheese. Besides homemade, Stouffers is the only other kind he will eat.
Sarah Marturano says
My kids would love these. Huge mac&cheese fans!
Censie says
I have been eyeing those at the grocery. Now I will pick some up for lunches!
Stephanie Keeping says
This would be perfect for when it’s just me at home.
Pam says
I love almost anything that Stouffers does. Their lasagna is better than anything I could ever make so I will have to try these out too.
Ann Bacciaglia says
These will make a great after school snack for my kids. I will have to pick some up when i do my groceries.
Daisy says
Mac N Cheese is one of my favorite comfort foods. I love that they come in little portion sizes like this. They look so creamy too!
Chelley @ AisForAdelaide says
Agreed! Small doses of comfort foods! Cannot go wrong!
Crystal says
I love mac n cheese but usually want more than just mac n cheese for a meal. I love that these cups have different flavors and other things added in, that makes it so much more like a lunch to me.
Lois Alter Mark says
What a brilliant idea! I love mac and cheese, and this makes it so easy to have anytime.
Tough Cookie Mommy says
I love these mac and cheese cups. They are easy to make and the kids love them.
Theresa says
Fortunately, I’m done with the majority of my holiday to-do’s. I love Stouffer’s and have had their mac and cheese before. Just never tried their mac and cheese cups. I’m sure they taste just like the ones in the freezer aisle. Yum.
Kay says
These are a great idea! Kids can make them all by themselves for an after-school snack or part of dinner.
Kimberly Grabinski says
Hah handing him lights is very important. My daughter LOVES mac n cheese. All mac-n-cheese everywhere.
Amy Z. says
Those are some interesting mac n’ cheese flavors. I like how convenient they are!
katrina g says
I haven’t tried those but I’m going to look at it next time i’m at the store. I love mac and cheese.
Cindy (Vegetarian Mamma) says
Christmas is in the air and busy schedules. I haven’t seen these mac cups before, this looks great.
shari says
i really need to try these. the stouffer’s vegetable lasagna is amazing.
Kecia says
I love love love Stouffer’s mac & cheese. I am going to pick up some of their Mac cups for quick and easy lunches around here.
Echo says
I have been wondering about these! They look DELICIOUS! Thank you for the review!
monica says
These would be perfect for my kids! Quick and easy lunch!
Krystal says
I think they would be perfect for my lunches! I’m always on the go!
Eileen Richter says
These mac cups would be a great after school mini meal for my kids before night practices. Making a whole box of the other brand tends to overeating or wasting. Stouffers has always offered great tasting foods and great fast and easy meals for busy times like this!
Eileen Richter says
These mac cups would be a great after school mini meal for my kids before night practices. Making a whole box of the other brand tends to overeating or wasting. Stouffers has always offered great tasting foods and great fast and easy meals for busy times like this!
Penelope says
Sometimes I just want something tasty but not a whole meal, and this would be perfect because it’s hearty yet not everwhelming.
Susan says
My kids love being able to make their own lunch on the weekends and they would love this mac n’ cheese.
Lauren says
I’m always looking for new, easy ways to feed my family and these cups look great! They also look really yummy, which is also a plus!
Christina Berry says
Looks delicious, and so simple! I love to have stuff like this on hand for lunches at home!
Denine Anderson-Regan says
My Grandmother used to love Stouffer’s. I have many fond memories at her house and they all revolve around homey dishes being eaten in her kitchen. 🙂
Pam says
My mother used to love Stouffer’s. We ate so many of the pot pies!
Diane Sallans says
I’ve got some wrapping to do, one more gift to arrive in the mail & grocery shopping to do.
Diane Sallans says
I like Stouffer’s frozen mac & Cheese – these would find a good spot in my pantry too.
Noelle D says
To answer your question about my list…
All I need now is 2 gift cards… Then I am DONE
Noelle D says
I would love the Cheeseburger ones… but Broxton would love the bacon ones 😉
Thanks … he would eat mac- n- cheese every day if I let him.
These will be great over the break!
Tammi @ My Organized Chaos says
Oh I love easy meals like this when time is short. And yeah, hanging lights, wrapping – there’s little time to cook after that fiasco!
Pam says
I am always looking for things to keep around for fast and easy meals. These look like they would be great to stock up on.
maria @ close to home says
My kids have brought these to school for lunch. IT changes things up a bit.
Callie says
This look like great mac and cheese. Most of the time mac & cheese does not look good but this looks good.
I have to try
Avry says
Some nights its so much easier to have a quick grab and go dinner. I love love mac and cheese for a mom that is kinda funny! I love Stouffer’s family trays too (like their lasagna)
Meagan says
I LOVE Mac and Cheese! These look super easy and delicious! I bet my son would enjoy these as well!
Tammilee Tips says
I love quick meals like that. Some days its almost impossible to find time to eat. Love mac & cheese so I will have to look for these. John will love the ones with bacon!
Katie @ Mom to Mom Nutrition says
My toddler would love these!!
Heather in VA says
My girls would love these. They love mac and cheese and love to cook for themselves. Looks like a perfect amount for after school snack.
Shop with Me Mama (Kim) says
Well heavens! Why did I know know about these mini meal cups from Stouffers? I must go out and buy a ton! My kids would love them!
Coolchillmom says
This is so clever and helpful! Perfect for our crazy ore holiday days
Tiffany (NatureMom) says
These look very convenient.
Kelly says
Yay, that’s awesome that he hung the lights for you : ) These mac cups sound so convenient during this busy holiday time. Can’t wait to check them out!
Nichole says
those would be perfect for the hubby and I to bring to work when we’re running late!!!
Jeannette says
These looks o easy and delicious and PERFECT for the holiday season! I can’t wait to try them!
Kathleen says
Bless him for putting the lights up. I tried years ago and couldn’t do it. Now I just decorate the porch. The boys would love these little cups, will have to try them soon.
Tanya says
You are right this is the perfect mini meal especially if you are someone who eats 5-6 times per day like me!
Jennifer says
This seems like it would be great to pack in my lunch. I’ll have to keep an eye out for it!
kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says
My boys love Mac & Cheese…they would go crazy for these!
Shop with Me Mama (Kim) says
I know!! My kids would too. I can’t believe I JUST now found out about these!! Going to pick some up later today!
Jacqueline says
There was a $1.50 off coupon on these a few months ago. I bought 10 of them (2 per pack and ate all 20 lol.) I would say they are 1000 times better than Easy Mac!
Crystal says
I forgot to make myself lunch when it’s just me at home. On the days I remember, I most certainly don’t want to go to a whole lot of effort just for myself. These look perfect for the weekdays when I don’t feel like a fuss but want something yummy.
Catherine S says
I agree, these would make an easy meal when I don’t feel like cooking. Will also make a great snack when I am working.
becca says
I’m not a huge fan of mac and cheese but my son loves it. These would be perfect for him on Christmas vacation.
Tiffany (A Mom's Take) says
Those looks tasty. I’m heading to the store tomorrow. I’ll have to grab a few of these.
Fee Roberts says
I’m not sure if I’m suppose to comment again on this post, but just in case, I’ll say my granddaughter didn’t like these either.
Fee Roberts says
I tried these, but to me, they’re not as good as the regular Stouffers frozen mac-n-cheese.
shelly b says
Glad you got your lights up! Stouffer’s Mac Cups are great for when you are too busy to sit still for a full meal. Haven’t tried the Cheeseburger one as yet but have just marked it on my grocery list. Thanks.
Heather Lawrence says
The tree is up…
The lights are strung on the house.
We have to decorate around the fireplace and I still have to get my shopping finished.
I have done well this year getting all the small stuff for the stockings but the big stuff still needs to be tackled.
Thankfully I have a couple more days!
Betsy Mitchell says
I buy these for my husband since he eats lunch at home everyday. It’s the perfect side dish.
Holly Thomas says
I love stouffer’s , it is the only kind I buy, I will be on the lookout for these.
Chelley @ A is For Adelaide says
These are great! I’m always looking for midday snacks!
Melissa says
These look delicious and what an easy side too! I love Stouffers.
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
These are great!!! I haven’t seen them before, but now I’ll be keeping an eye out!
Michelle F. says
That is a great way to get a nice hot meal in a rush. I would have taken those to work with me.
Erin Branscom says
Yum!
Lisa Bristol says
I will have to pick some of these up when i go do my groceries this week. These would be a great snack for my kids. They sure look good.
Helga says
That would be nice to have on hand for a working mom.
Kori says
Those look pretty tasty, I must say. I prefer making my own Mac and Cheese or buying Annies but Stouffers used to be a favorite of mine.
Rashell Abril says
Upon reading this blog, all I can think about is its smoky flavor. This is, indeed, very delicious!
Jaime says
We haven’t baked cookies yet. (Shameful, I know.) These mac cups would be perfect to keep at work. I am always looking for something quick to make!
Cheryl says
These look so delicious. I love Stouffer’s and would eat this every day for lunch.
Rena McDaniel says
My daughter would love these! She is a mac n cheese connoisseur, maybe because it’s about the only thing she can cook. I will have to get some for the next time she comes over.
maria says
My kids would love this when they are home from school for winter break and I’m at work. I need to pick up a few packs!
Jen @ SavedbytheKale says
Mac and Cheese is my weakness and that looks so creamy and good! As far as the holidays go I still need to buy a few more presents and do alot of wrapping!
Missie Freeman says
I have never seen these before, but I’m going to be keeping and eye open for them. I love Stouffers mac and cheese!
Shell says
These sound delicious. I am always happy to hear about easy, yet good tasting, meal ideas.
Laura Ashley says
Every night I do not miss eating White Cheddar & Bacon Mac. I think this is the most delicious food.
Fi Ní Neachtáin says
I’ve never heard of this brand before, I don’t think they’re products are available in Ireland. Really handy and quick meal ideas though.
Franc Ramon says
I love Macaroni. It’s nice that they have unique flavors like CheeseBurger and Bacon and White Cheese. It would really be a unique treat for the taste buds.
XmasDolly says
Well, that looks just like the thing to warm you up on a chilly, breezy day especially if you’re on somebody’s roof. brrrrrrrrrrrr You sure know how to warm up your man there girlfriend!
Kristi says
I love Mac n Cheese! I’ll be picking these up next time I’m grocery shopping. Can’t wait to try them.
Mary O'Malley says
I absolutely love Stouffer’s Mac and Cheese already. I’m tempted to try these now that I have a microwave. I bet they would be delicious, I wonder if you could grill some peppers real quick and throw those inside too o add some spice. Mmm. I can’t wait to try these!
rachel ferrucci says
I was pleasantly surprised by the Stouffers mac cups! And yay for you to get him to do the lights because I’m light girl!
ourfamilyworld says
I love the idea of cheeseburger mac, that’s something I’d want to try!
Cassie @ Southeast by Midwest says
These look so easy to just put together, yet still look good. That white cheddar and bacon sounds AUHMAZING!
Amanda Ripsam says
My kids hubby and I would all love to give the Stoffers mac n cheese cups a try. We love home made meals but sometimes I’m not always able to make it Stoffers Mac n Cheese coups would make a great lunch.
Donna Brown says
I had no idea these existed! My shopping list gets longer as we speak. Who doesn’t love Stouffer’s?
Rosey says
I like that they come in mini-cups. Bet my kids would like it too. And hurrah for boyfriends who help with lights!
Lauren says
These look like such a great little dinner option! Thanks for the post!
Stefany says
These sound great! Without easy meal options, I just don’t eat so this would be wonderful to have on hand.
Debbie Denny says
The white chedder bacon looks yummy. I will have to get these.
Donna says
I need to get these for my son… he loves anything with mac and cheese in it. 🙂
Tanya Coffman says
I’m with you sister – I am not one for hanging the lights! Thanks for sharing about the quick lunch ideas, I’m going to look into these for my husband! 😀
Darlene Ysaguirre says
The cheeseburger mac and cheese sounds amazing. There is nothing better then some great comfort food to keep you warm on chilly nights.
Carmen Perez (Listen2 Mama) says
I’ve seen these at the supermarket and I’ve been meaning to buy them. They look like such a great, quick snack.
Nina Say says
My girls love Stouffers mac n cheese. We usually buy the family size once or twice every month. These would be perfect for when the adults don’t really feel like eating mac….again. lol
aimee fauci says
I have never seen these but will look for them. The white cheddar with bacon sounds delicious.
Terri Ramsey Beavers says
Stouffers is always delicious. The kids love the mac cups and I love how easy they are to prepare :).
Alice Chase says
Great idea! This would be perfect between those long hours of gift wrapping.
Tonya C says
I saw these recently in my grocery store. What a great idea as we love Stouffer’s Mac n Cheese and the individual portions allow us to enjoy them more often!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
Those are perfect for my kids. We all love Stouffer’s mac & cheese and this makes it easier when we don’t have time to heat up the big pan.
Heather says
This is perfect for the little ones. I hate when I have to trash the rest of the mac n cheese, because it really doesn’t reheat well.
Sara-Jayne says
Mac n cheese isn’t huge over here in the UK but I always eat it when I come to the USA – those cups look delicious!!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
Wait, what? Mac & cheese is one of the best meals of all time. I think it needs to catch on over there 🙂
XmasDolly says
Now this looks great for me to try for lunches when I’m all alone during the day and hubby is working. Thanks for the idea. Totally cool! I had a piece of chicken today (leftovers). That’s what I usually eat. Leftovers. hehehe…
Mary @ Stale Cheerios says
These look yummy, thanks for sharing.
We still have to get around to hanging our lights. We are behind!
Barbara Montag says
Since I do mini meals I hope to see these soon in our area.
thanks
Cascia @ Healthy Moms Mag says
Microwaveable meals are handy during the busy Christmas season!
Catherine S says
I didn’t know Stouffer’s had mini cups. This would be a great snack while I am working.