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Cream Of Wheat Instant Hot Cereal, Maple & Brown Sugar
Cereal & Breakfast
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Cream Of Wheat Instant Hot Cereal, Maple & Brown Sugar

Cream of Wheat
12.30 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
2g
Protein
13g
Sugars
140mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
43
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Cream Of Wheat Instant Hot Cereal, Maple & Brown Sugar is a sweet, quick porridge mix sold in the breakfast aisle alongside instant oatmeal, grits, and other hot-cereal packets. You'll often see it near boxes of flavored porridges, pancake mixes, and shelf-stable breakfast staples that promise a fast, warm morning meal. It fits into rushed weekday mornings, back-to-school breakfast routines, cozy weekend brunches when someone wants a simple warm bowl, and pantry lists for storm prep when nonperishable, easy-to-make foods are needed. The brand leans on long-standing American breakfast heritage, appealing to shoppers who remember a parent or grandparent stirring a pot of hot cereal, but the flavored instant varieties aim at busy families and value-conscious shoppers who want convenience and a familiar sweet taste. Packaging and labels emphasize flavor—Maple & Brown Sugar—and fortified nutrition with added iron and B vitamins, creating a mild health halo around the words fortified and vitamins; the ingredient list also shows natural flavors but there is no organic certification. The product is an industrially processed instant mix with added stabilizers and preservatives to preserve shelf life and texture. Sensory notes: when prepared with hot water or milk it becomes a smooth, spoonable porridge with a mild grainy creaminess, pronounced sweet maple and caramelized sugar notes, and a comforting warm aroma. The ritual is simple: measure, stir, wait a minute, and eat from a bowl with a spoon, often with milk, fruit, or a pat of butter added for richness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 10
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium140mg6%
Total Carbohydrate29g11%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars13g
Added Sugars13g26%
Protein2g
* 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

Wheat, Farina,, Sugar,, Calcium, Carbonate,, Natural, Flavors,, Guar, Gum,, Salt,, Defatted, Wheat, Germ,, Dry, Molasses,, Caramel, Color,, Ferric, Orthophosphate, (Iron),, Niacinamide, (Vitamin, B3),, BHT, (to, Preserve, Freshness),, Thiamine, Mononitrate, (Vitamin, B1),, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vitamin, B6),, Riboflavin, (Vitamin, B2),, Folic, Acid,, Cholecalciferol, (Vitamin, D3)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains added sugars, industrial additives (guar gum, caramel color), a synthetic preservative (BHT), natural flavors, and is an instant fortified mix, which aligns with ultra-processed (NOVA 4) products.

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Common Questions about Cream Of Wheat Instant Hot Cereal, Maple & Brown Sugar

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! This instant hot cereal packs some vitamins and minerals like iron and calcium, which is great, but it also has added sugars and is relatively low in fiber and protein. So, if you're looking for a quick breakfast boost, it can fit into a balanced diet, but it's best enjoyed in moderation alongside plenty of whole foods.

Perfect For

back-to-school
weekend-brunch
storm-prep

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