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Dark Chocolate Cereal, 9 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free

Dark Chocolate Cereal, 9 OZ

Catalina Crunch
Available at Whole Foods
110
Calories
11g
Protein
125mg
Sodium
9g
Fiber
40
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find this on the cereal aisle or in the specialty/health section, grabbed by shoppers looking for a low-sugar, chocolatey breakfast or snack. It reads nostalgic and indulgent—chocolate cereal vibes—but is marketed as a 'better-for-you' alternative with protein and fiber. The ingredient list (isolated pea protein, multiple fiber isolates, alkali-processed cocoa, natural flavors and non-nutritive sweeteners) and the uniform crunchy texture imply extensive industrial reformulation typical of highly processed foods.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 7
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium125mg5%
Total Carbohydrate14g5%
Dietary Fiber9g32%
Protein11g
* 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

CATALINA, FLOUR, (PEA, PROTEIN,, POTATO, FIBER,, CORN, FIBER,, CHICORY, ROOT, FIBER,, GUAR, GUM), TAPIOCA, FLOUR, HIGH, OLEIC, SUNFLOWER, OIL, COCOA, POWDER, (PROCESSED, WITH, ALKALI), LEAVENING, (MONOCALCIUM, PHOSPHATE,, BAKING, SODA,, CALCIUM, CARBONATE), SEA, SALT, NATURAL, FLAVORS, STEVIA, EXTRACT, MONK, FRUIT, EXTRACT..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • high oleic sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial formulations and ingredients (isolated proteins, fiber isolates, alkali-processed cocoa, natural flavors, stevia/monk fruit) and is designed for shelf stability and engineered texture — characteristics of NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Dark Chocolate Cereal, 9 OZ

It really depends on your definition of healthy! This cereal is high in protein and fiber, with only 110 calories per serving, making it a solid choice for a balanced breakfast or snack. It’s a great option if you’re looking for something that fits into a low-sugar diet, especially compared to traditional sugary cereals.

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
movie-night

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentconvenient
$7.39
per package