Annie's Organic Shells and White Cheddar - 6oz: No Added Sugar, No Artificial Flavors, No High Fructose Corn Syrup
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Guests are saying
The recent changes to Annie's mac and cheese recipe have left many guests disappointed, as they feel the new version lacks the rich flavor and quality they once loved. While some guests still appreciate the organic ingredients and ease of preparation, the overall sentiment leans towards nostalgia for the original taste. Guests are seeking a return to the classic recipe that made this product a staple in their homes.
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4.4 out of 5 stars with 291 reviews
easy to prepare: 4.5 out of 5
quality: 3 out of 5
taste: 3 out of 5
value: 2.75 out of 5
50% would recommend
4 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
22 August, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
Hate the new recipe
The new recipe is disgusting. I bought a bunch of boxes that were on sale and couldn't even get through half a bowl. I thought it was just me and tried a different box and it was still disgusting. Then I saw you changed the recipe. WHY?!?! Go back to the old recipe. Never buying again until you do. I've been eating it since 2002. Lost a customer until you get a grip.
1 reply from Annies team - 1 month ago
So sorry to hear that. We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review since we take all feedback seriously as we improve our products. This will be shared with the rest of our team. If you still need help, please use the 'Contact Us' form at the bottom of our website. Our team will be happy to further assist you.
1 out of 5 stars
20 August, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
Taste and texture change?
Something changed with the recipe and it is off from what I remember, from about a year ago. Used to love eating this but something about the texture and taste has changed and not in a good way.
1 reply from Annies team - 1 month ago
We're so sorry to hear about your recent experience. This is not the kind of experience we aim to provide our consumers. We take all feedback seriously as we continue to improve our products. Rest assured that we'll share your comment with the rest of our team. If you still need help, please use the 'Contact Us' form at the bottom of our website. Our team will be happy to further assist you.
1 out of 5 stars
3 August, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
don't buy anymore
This WAS my families go to Mac and cheese. Then they sold out and changed ingredients. I hope the sell out was worth it.
1 reply from Annies team - 2 months ago
We're so sorry to hear that you weren't a fan of these. We appreciate your feedback and will share your thoughts with our team.
1 out of 5 stars
31 July, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
Poor quality
Tastes terrible now compared to only a few years ago. I am a college student and can no longer depend on Annie’s for a quick tasty meal.
1 reply from Annies team - 2 months ago
We're sorry for any disappointment. Every customer’s feedback matters to us as we are continually striving to improve our product. Your feedback will be shared with the rest of our team.
1 out of 5 stars
27 July, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
Used to love, now disgusting
I used to love Annie’s Mac n cheese, I’ve eaten it maybe once a week since I was 10. However, I recently was eating it and realized it was not good. Thought I was crazy, but looked it up and saw they had changed the recipe to cheaper, artificial ingredients after they sold out. I’ll never buy it again. Disgusting now.
1 reply from Annies team - 2 months ago
We truly appreciate your loyalty as a long-time consumer, and we apologize for the disappointment you’ve experienced. Every customer’s feedback matters to us as we are continually striving to improve our product. Rest assured that we'll share your feedback with the rest of our team. Thank you for reaching out!
1 out of 5 stars
14 June, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
Disappointed in the greed
Disgusting. It’s disgusting how you guys changed the recipe. This is pasty and gross and you should all be ashamed of your greed for making a wonderful, inexpensive, delicious Mac and cheese meal into some corporate hi fructose paste with pasta and minimal nutrients. I’m so offended. I ate this literally almost every other night during college from 2008-2012, and the flavor was amazing. I had been wondering what changed for a while and just looked it up and I’m sick to my stomach thinking you quietly changed the recipe so I put garbage ingredients into my body. Stop putting trash in our food. Stop relying on capitalism. Selling more for cheap doesn’t make the product better. You guys have ruined this brand. It doesn’t even stand for what it used to when you put garbage in it.
1 reply from Annies team - 3 months ago
Thank you for sharing your honest feedback. We appreciate your loyalty as a long-time consumer and we’re truly sorry to hear how disappointed you are. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know how you feel. Your feedback is being shared with our team, and we take it seriously as we continually evaluate our products. Thanks for reaching out!
1 out of 5 stars
3 June, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
Annie’s is terrible now
The ingredients change from actual real milk and butter results in n artificial, bitter tasing Mac n cheese dish. It’s lost all its great flavor, nutrition, and quality. DO NOT BUY
1 reply from Annies team - 4 months ago
We're sorry for any disappointment. Every customer’s feedback matters to us as we are continually striving to improve our product. Your feedback will be shared with the rest of our team.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
13 April, 2026Verified purchase
New recipe tastes like nothing
I'm super disappointed in the new recipe. My once flavorful go-to easy dinner is no more. Looking for a replacement 😭.
1 reply from Published by General Mills team - 5 months ago
We're sorry for any disappointment! We appreciate your feedback and will share it with the rest of our team.
1 out of 5 stars
12 April, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
Horrific New Recipe 🤮
This new "cheesier" recipe is the exact opposite. Annie's has always been delicious, creamy, and cheesey. Now it's bland with no cheesey taste and has a gross texture. It should be renamed Mac and Flavored Corn Starch. I've been enjoying this product for decades. Now I need to find a new brand that has some integrity. Now what to do with the remaining 11 boxes (got 12 not realizing they changed the recipe)?
1 reply from Annies team - 5 months ago
We truly appreciate your loyalty as a long-time customer and apologize for the disappointment you’ve recently experienced. Every customer’s feedback matters to us as we continually strive to improve our product. Rest assured, we will share your feedback with the rest of our team. Thank you for reaching out!
1 out of 5 stars
12 March, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
Sell outs
I thought our household was going crazy until I saw they changed the recipe. Seems there is a consensus. This easy snack/dinner on lazy days was a god sent. In law school some nights there was no will to cook when you are coming home from work with another 300 pages of reading waiting for you. The answer: Annie’s. However, since changing the recipe after apparently being bought out by “General Mills,” we have stopped all Annie’s purchases and will not be buying again until they listen to their customers. The audacity to change these original recipes is beyond me. It screams sell out. It tastes quite artificial now and is simply not worth it. So beyond disappointed in the changes with this brand. I would give zero stars if possible. RIP Annie’s. She was there for me throughout multiple relationships, packed in my suitcase for international trips, and all of law school. She will be missed.
1 reply from Annies team - 7 months ago
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We're sorry to hear that it didn't meet your expectations. Your insights are valuable as they help us improve our products.
1 out of 5 stars
8 March, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
No cheese
I’ve never had Annie’s. Decided to try it and it didn’t come with a cheese packet!
1 reply from Annies team - 7 months ago
We're so sorry to hear about your recent experience. This is not the kind of experience we aim to provide to our consumers. We take all feedback seriously, and we’d like to assist you further. Please reach out to our team via the ‘Contact Us’ section at the bottom of this page so we can report this to our quality team and make it up to you.
5 out of 5 stars
28 January, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
Annie's shells & white cheddar
So good, grand children love it. Can purchase shells or mac
1 reply from Annies team - 8 months ago
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're glad that you liked this!
1 out of 5 stars
22 January, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
Bland and sad
I am genuinely very upset about this change in recipe. I have been eating this mac and cheese for over 20 years and I have such fond memories of my dad making it for me when I was a kid. Annies always used to cheer me up when it was cold or rainy or when I missed my family. I just ate some tonight and it genuinely tastes like nothing. I never thought eating something could make me feel so sad. It wasn’t salty, tangy, or satisfying and the texture was gooey in a gross way. I will not be purchasing this again unless the original recipe returns. I do not say this out of spite, I just suddenly don't enjoy the taste of one of my favorite foods.
1 reply from Annies team - 8 months ago
We truly appreciate your loyalty as a long-time customer and apologize for the disappointment you’ve recently experienced. Every customer’s feedback matters to us as we continually strive to improve our product. Rest assured, we will share your feedback with the rest of our team. Thank you for reaching out.
2 out of 5 stars
21 January, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
Bring back the CHEESE PLEASE!!
The recipe is noticeably blander, more watery, and the sharpness of the white cheddar that first converted me to Annie's is gone. We bought this as it was on sale and now I understand why it was and why the package looks different. I just want the cheese back. I feel like there is much less of it and more filler. The original taste is one I will miss dearly and I will not be buying again.
1 reply from Annies team - 8 months ago
We're sorry for any disappointment. Every customer’s opinion matters to us as we are continually striving to improve our product. Your feedback will be shared with the rest of our team.
1 out of 5 stars
18 January, 2026
originally posted on annies.com
Really Disappointed and Let Down
Made the now cheesier white cheddar last night for dinner. I have been eating this mac and cheese since I was in middle school and am now 40. I always loved the tangy, real cheese flavor and little shells. The new "now cheesier" is less cheesy (actually there really wasn't a cheese flavor at all), completely bland, and goopy. I am so disappointed and let down by Annie's. I won't be buying this anymore. I hope they switch back.
1 reply from Annies team - 8 months ago
We're truly sorry for any disappointment. Every customer’s opinion matters to us as we are continually striving to improve our product. Your feedback will be shared with the rest of our team.
1 out of 5 stars
25 December, 2025
originally posted on annies.com
bring back original
new flavor has turned me off. bring back original recipe
1 reply from Annies team - 9 months ago
We're so sorry to hear that you weren't a fan of these. We appreciate your feedback and will share your thoughts with our team.
1 out of 5 stars
24 October, 2025
originally posted on annies.com
not so great anymore.
I was craving Annie's Mac and Cheese today, its a favorite comfort food and I probably only have in a couple times a year. I bought a box and was so excited, and then i noticed that the cheese didn't have any smell, and I couldn't get the right consistency after adding butter and milk. Its just gloopy and tasteless now. Why change something so good?
1 reply from Annies team - 11 months ago
We're sorry for any disappointment. Every customer’s opinion matters to us as we are continually striving to improve our product. Your feedback will be shared with the rest of our team.
1 out of 5 stars
15 October, 2025
originally posted on annies.com
Very disappointing recipe changes.
My kids and I have eaten the Shells & White Cheddar for years and it was a healthier and tastier choice than other quick macaroni brands. But the "cheese" recipe has changed, particularly with the addition of corn starch (and probably other unhealthy things). For that reason I am no longer a loyal customer. The taste and texture is awful now, and my kids have also noticed and commented. Very disappointing.
1 reply from Annies team - 11 months ago
Thank you for sharing your honest feedback. We appreciate your loyalty as a long-time consumer and we’re truly sorry to hear how disappointed you are. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know how you feel. Your feedback is being shared with our team, and we take it seriously as we continually evaluate our products. Thanks for reaching out!
1 out of 5 stars
5 September, 2025
originally posted on annies.com
Doesn't blend well
The new, cheesier recipe doesn't blend well. Bring back old recipe
1 reply from Annies team - 1 year ago
We're sorry for any disappointment. Every customer’s opinion matters to us as we are continually striving to improve our product. Your feedback will be shared with the rest of our team.
2 out of 5 stars
21 July, 2025
originally posted on annies.com
Disappointed by new recipe :(
I used to be a lifelong fan of Annie's, but this new recipe is disappointing. The flavor tastes more artificial and the consistency ends up more goopy. I'm not a fan!
1 reply from Annies team - 1 year ago
We're sorry to hear that it did not meet your expectations. Every customer’s feedback matters to us as we are continually striving to improve our products. Rest assured that this will be shared with the rest of our team.