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Maple Brown Sugar Oatmeal Cup, 2.15 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Maple Brown Sugar Oatmeal Cup, 2.15 OZ

BOBS RED MILL
Available at Whole Foods
240
Calories
7g
Protein
10g
Sugars
310mg
Sodium
7g
Fiber
25
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this in the instant oatmeal or breakfast aisle and reach for it on rushed mornings, during travel, or in a dorm-room cupboard. It has a cozy, slightly indulgent maple-and-brown-sugar nostalgia while projecting a wholesome, convenient breakfast vibe. The inclusion of maltodextrin, modified food starch and concentrated flavorings points to industrial reformulation for texture, shelf-stability and quick prep — classic signs of ultra-processing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 CONTAINER
Servings per Container: 1
Calories240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium310mg13%
Total Carbohydrate42g15%
Dietary Fiber7g25%
Total Sugars10g
Protein7g
* 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.

Ingredients

GLUTEN, FREE, WHOLE, GRAIN, OATS, BROWN, SUGAR, CANE, SUGAR, CHIA, SEED, FLAXSEED, SEA, SALT, NATURAL, MAPLE, FLAVOR, (MALTODEXTRIN,, MODIFIED, FOOD, STARCH,, CARAMEL, COLOR,, NATURAL, FLAVORS)..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives (maltodextrin, modified food starch, caramel color, natural flavorings) and is formulated for quick preparation and shelf-stability, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Maple Brown Sugar Oatmeal Cup, 2.15 OZ

The Maple Brown Sugar Oatmeal Cup can be considered a healthy option, especially if you’re looking for a quick breakfast that’s high in fiber and protein. With 7 grams of fiber and 7 grams of protein per serving, it can keep you feeling full longer. Just remember, 'healthy' is relative — if you're comparing it to sugary cereals, this is a win!

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
storm-prep

Vibe:

convenientcomfortingnostalgicwholesome
$2.89
per package