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Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Giant
Cereal & Breakfast
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Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Giant

Frosted Flakes
28.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
2g
Protein
12g
Sugars
190mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
35
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Giant (28.5 oz) sits on the supermarket cereal aisle in a family-size cardboard box, usually on middle shelves alongside other children’s cereals and sweetened flakes. You’ll often find it near breakfast bars, pancake mixes and other quick morning solutions aimed at busy households. This is a classic breakfast-for-kids product and a nostalgic staple for adults who grew up with Tony the Tiger’s marketing. It is positioned as a fun, family-oriented brand — playful mascots, bold type, and the GR-R-REAT slogan — that targets parents buying for children as well as adults seeking a comfort food. Label claims lean into health halos despite sweetness: “fat free,” “no artificial colors or flavors,” and “good source of eight vitamins and minerals” are prominent, but there is no organic certification and the ingredient list shows added sugar and flavoring. The product is a ready-to-eat, industrially produced cereal made from milled corn, sugar, and malt flavor with added vitamins and minerals; in plain terms it is a highly processed breakfast cereal. Sensory notes: thin, toasty corn flakes with a crisp crunch and a sweet glazed frosting that dissolves into “cereal milk,” leaving a sugary, slightly malty aftertaste. Typical rituals include pouring a bowl with cold milk for breakfast, snacking straight from the box, crushing flakes as an ice-cream topping, or packing a small bag for school. The large format encourages family consumption, stocking up for busy mornings, and sharing at casual gatherings or sleepovers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 21
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium190mg8%
Total Carbohydrate33g12%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars12g
Added Sugars12g24%
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

Milled, Corn,, Sugar,, Malt, Flavor,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, Salt., Vitamins, and, Minerals:, Iron, (Ferric, Phosphate),, Niacinamide,, Vitamin, B6, (Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride),, Vitamin, B2, (Riboflavin),, Vitamin, B₁, (Thiamin, Hydrochloride),, Folic, Acid,, Vitamin, D3,, Vitamin, B12..

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 refined milled corn, added sugar, flavoring, and fortified vitamins produced in an industrial ready-to-eat form; ingredients and manufacturing are consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed) products.

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Common Questions about Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Giant

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! Frosted Flakes Giant is a sugary cereal with 12 grams of added sugars per serving, which can be a bit high for some folks. However, it also packs some vitamins and minerals, making it a fun breakfast option when enjoyed in moderation, especially if paired with something protein-rich like milk or yogurt.

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