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McCann's Irish Oatmeal Maple Brown Sugar
Cereal & Breakfast
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McCann's Irish Oatmeal Maple Brown Sugar

McCann's
15.10 oz
Available at Foodtown
160
Calories
3g
Protein
13g
Sugars
250mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
41
Ingredients

What You Should Know

McCann's Irish Oatmeal Maple Brown Sugar comes as a 15.1 oz box of instant, single-serve-style packets positioned in the hot cereal/instant oatmeal aisle alongside other flavored oatmeals, granolas and breakfast bars. Shoppers will spot it near coffee, tea and other quick breakfast solutions. It fits mornings when time is short—weekday breakfasts, back-to-school hustle, or stashed for road trips and travel—yet its maple-brown-sugar flavor also makes it an easy choice for weekend comfort breakfasts. The brand leans on heritage and simple wholesome messaging: imported Irish oats, whole-grain claims and a long family history, framed to appeal to consumers seeking tradition and convenience; packaging reads as family-friendly rather than child-targeted licensed characters. Label copy emphasizes “all natural” and whole grain goodness and highlights fiber and heart-health messaging, while the ingredient list reveals added sugar, flavorings, gums and color and vitamin/mineral fortification rather than organic certification. In plain processing context it’s an instant, rehydratable product: rolled oats processed into an instant format with added sweeteners and stabilizers. Sensory notes include a warm sweet maple aroma when prepared, a soft creamy mouthfeel with a slightly loose viscous body from guar gum, and gentle chew of oats; caramel color and brown sugar add visual and flavor sweetness. Typical ritual: tear open a packet or scoop from the box, add hot water or microwave with milk, stir and top with fruit, nuts or yogurt. It occupies the convenient-comfort niche—offering an indulgent, easy-to-prepare twist on traditional oatmeal with modern convenience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 10
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium250mg11%
Total Carbohydrate35g13%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars13g
Added Sugars13g26%
Protein3g
* 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

Whole, Grain, Rolled, Oats,, Sugar,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of, Salt,, Calcium, Carbonate,, Natural, Flavors,, Guar, Gum,, Caramel, Color,, Ferric, Orthophosphate, (Iron),, Vitamin, A, Palmitate,, Niacinamide, (Vitamin, B3),, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vitamin, B6),, Riboflavin, (Vitamin, B2),, Thiamine, Mononitrate, (Vitamin, B1),, Folic, Acid..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No 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 sugar, natural flavors, guar gum, caramel color and fortified vitamins—industrial additives and convenience processing consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about McCann's Irish Oatmeal Maple Brown Sugar

Well, it depends on how you define healthy! With 160 calories and 3 grams of protein per serving, it’s a decent breakfast option, especially if you're looking for something quick. However, it does contain 13 grams of added sugars, which is something to keep in mind if you're watching your sugar intake.

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

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