Velveeta Cheesy Bowls Ultimate Cheeseburger Mac – Single-Serve No-Dishes Lunch for Clutter-Free Kitchens, 9 oz Tray
Velveeta Cheesy Bowls Ultimate Cheeseburger Mac – Single-Serve No-Dishes Lunch for Clutter-Free Kitchens, 9 oz Tray
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Why you'll love it
- Ready in just 60 seconds for people with no time or energy to cook
- Single-serve tray means no measuring, no leftovers, and no dishes to wash
- Combines two comfort-food favorites—cheeseburger and mac and cheese—in one bowl
- Affordable price point and SNAP/EBT eligibility make it accessible on tight budgets
- Self-contained cheese sauce pouch keeps the pasta from going soggy during storage
- Bright yellow color compared to other mac and cheese meals
- Strong/sturdy bowl that retains heat longer than typical microwave meal bowls
- One-minute cook time
- 16g of protein per serving
- Evenly heated with no dry corners or soupy puddles
- Beefy cheeseburger flavor is genuinely present, not artificial
- Squeeze cheese sauce packet allows for no-water preparation and easy mixing
- Works well as both a standalone lunch and an afternoon snack
- Great consistency and thickness when prepared
- Better value than comparable products like Hormel Compleats
Perfect for
- 60-second lunch at the office between meetings
- Late-night cheesy snack while gaming or watching TV
- Dorm-room dinner when the dining hall is closed
- Quick after-school meal for hungry teens
- Solo comfort-food fix with zero cleanup
- Eaten cold in a pinch when no microwave is available
- Warmed on a car dashboard for about an hour as a makeshift heater
- Stored in a truck for long-distance travel meals
- Used to complete Amazon promotional deals (e.g., spend $30 get $10 off)
- Prepared as a side-dish alongside a burger entree
- Purchased as a gift/treat for grandchildren
- Used as an occasional meal replacement for missed meals during busy days
Product Information
One 9 oz box of Velveeta Cheesy Bowls Ultimate Cheeseburger Mac Microwave Meal Velveeta Cheeseburger Mac includes elbow pasta and a creamy cheese sauce featuring savory beef Satisfy your cravings with unrestrained pleasure Unapologetically go all-in for the cheesy, melty goodness you love best To prepare, remove cheese pouch, partially peel back film from top of tray, microwave on high for one minute and stir in cheese sauce with beef Velveeta Cheeseburger Mac includes elbow pasta and a creamy cheese sauce featuring savory beef Our single-serving mac and cheese bowl is ready in just 60 seconds To prepare, remove cheese pouch, partially peel back film from top of tray, microwave on high for one minute and stir in cheese sauce with beef SNAP & EBT eligible food item Please note, the package you receive may look different than what is pictured Cheese Sauce Pouch Inside Made with Real Cheese Microwaveable in 60 Seconds Show more
Product Dimensions : 1.88 x 6.38 x 4.63 inches; 9.01 ounces Item model number : 00021000043293 Department : DOLLAR GENERAL|Food|Food|PREPARED FOODS UPC : 021000043293 Manufacturer : Kraft Heinz Units : 9.0 Ounce Best Sellers Rank: #8,812 in Grocery & Gourmet Food
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this really require zero cleanup beyond throwing away the tray?
Yes. The pasta cooks in the same tray you eat from, the cheese sauce comes in a single squeeze pouch, and there are no pots, utensils, or extra dishes to wash.
Will storing these trays clutter my pantry?
The trays are flat, stackable 9 oz rectangles that line up neatly on a shelf, so a small stack takes up about the same space as a few paperback books.
Is the packaging recyclable so it fits a low-waste kitchen?
The tray, film lid, and sauce pouch are all designed as a single self-contained meal, and the bowl can be rinsed and recycled wherever plastic meal trays are accepted in your area.
Can I keep this in a small apartment with almost no cookware?
That is exactly the use case it is built for. You need only a microwave and a fork, which makes it ideal for studios, dorms, and first apartments with a two-burner stove at most.
Does the bowl look discreet on a clean counter or shelf?
The tray has a neutral, sturdy design that blends into a minimalist kitchen better than many brightly branded microwave meals, and it stacks flat when stored.
Is this a good meal for someone living alone with a tiny fridge?
Yes. The 9 oz single-serve size is calibrated for one person, the tray is shelf-stable until opened, and you do not have to commit to a multi-serving box of mac and cheese that will go stale.
Can I use this as my entire lunch with nothing else to plan?
It is intentionally portioned and flavored to be a complete solo lunch, with 16 g of protein and a beefy cheeseburger profile that does not require side dishes to feel like a real meal.
Does it work in a microwave-only kitchenette?
Yes. The full preparation happens in the microwave with the included squeeze pouch, so no stovetop, oven, or additional cookware is needed.
How does this compare to making mac and cheese from a box?
A box requires a pot, a colander, water, milk, and butter, plus cleanup. This tray skips every one of those steps while still delivering a creamy cheeseburger-flavored result.
Is this a better fit for a small kitchen than canned soup or ramen?
It is more substantial than instant ramen, more flavorful than most canned soups, and unlike both it produces no pot to scrub and no broth to spill during transport from kitchen to desk.
What if I do not even own a microwave?
The product is designed around microwave preparation, so a microwave is required for the recommended 60-second cook time. It can be eaten cold in a pinch, but texture and melt are best when heated.
Will I have to buy any extra ingredients or toppings?
No. The pasta, the cheese sauce with beef, and the tray are all included, so you can go from unopened package to finished meal without adding a single thing from your pantry.
How do I prepare this in the microwave?
Partially peel back the film lid at the marked corner to vent, microwave the tray on high for about 60 seconds, squeeze the included cheese sauce packet over the pasta, stir until creamy, and eat directly from the bowl.
Can I make this without a microwave?
It is designed for microwave preparation, but in a pinch the tray can be eaten cold or at room temperature and still tastes acceptable, and drivers have reported warming it on a car dashboard for roughly an hour as a makeshift heater.
How long does it take from start to finish?
Plan on about 60 seconds of microwaving plus 30 seconds to stir and squeeze in the sauce, for a total active time of under two minutes from unopened tray to finished meal.
Does this work in any brand of microwave?
Yes. It heats in standard 700 to 1100 watt household and office microwaves, and if your microwave runs cooler, an extra 15 to 20 seconds will fully heat the tray without affecting texture.
Will it fit in a small dorm or office microwave?
The 9 oz tray is compact and turns comfortably inside most compact dorm, office, and hotel microwaves alongside a standard rotating turntable.
What is included in the tray?
Each box contains a 9 oz single-serve tray of elbow pasta, a separate squeeze pouch of Velveeta cheese sauce with savory beef, and a peel-back film lid. Nothing else is required.
Do I need to add water, milk, or butter?
No water, milk, or butter is required. The cheese sauce pouch is the only addition, which is what keeps the pasta from going watery or dry during storage.
How should I store unopened trays?
Store unopened trays in a cool, dry pantry at room temperature. There is no need to refrigerate until after the tray has been opened, which makes them easy to keep stocked in a desk drawer or truck cab.
What is the difference between a microwave mac and cheese bowl and a microwaveable cup of soup?
A microwave mac and cheese bowl uses a pasta base with a real cheese sauce, while a cup of soup is broth-based with noodles or vegetables. This tray delivers 16 g of protein, a chewier bite, and a more substantial meal feeling than a soup cup.
