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Quaker Steel Cut Oats
Cereal & Breakfast
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Quaker Steel Cut Oats

Quaker Oats
25 oz
Available at Foodtown
170
Calories
6g
Protein
1g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
4g
Fiber
5
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Quaker Steel Cut Oats (25 oz) reads like a pantry mainstay for people who favor simple, sturdy breakfasts. On the shelf you’ll usually find it in the cereal and grains aisle, alongside rolled oats, instant oats, muesli, and baking staples; shoppers often spot it near other Quaker products and whole-grain baking mixes. This product suits a range of shopping occasions — from routine weekly grocery runs to meal-prep stops before a busy week — and appears most at home in breakfasts (stovetop porridge, overnight soak-and-simmer), weekend brunches, or as a hearty base for savory bowls. Quaker’s long-standing heritage branding positions the product toward health-conscious families and adults seeking reliability and value: the packaging leans on trust, whole-grain messaging, and the idea of a wholesome, homey start to the day rather than trendy health fads. Label cues emphasize a simple ingredient list and whole-grain benefits; there’s little in the way of kid-targeted characters or indulgent health-halo marketing, and specific organic certification would be noted on the label only if present. Processing-wise, these are minimally processed whole-grain oat groats that have been cut — a straightforward transformation rather than heavy industrial alteration. Sensory details: steel-cut oats offer a nutty aroma, coarse, chewy texture and a toothsome bite that holds up to long cooking; they bloom into creamy, slightly coarse porridge when simmered. The 25 oz retail packaging is intended for repeated use, with many shoppers treating the cooking ritual — measuring, simmering, topping with fruit or maple — as a comforting, slow-morning practice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.33
Servings per Container: 16
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3g4%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate31g11%
Dietary Fiber4g14%
Total Sugars1g
Protein6g
* 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, Steel, Cut, Oats..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:1 / 4

Minimally Processed

Why this score?

Made from a single ingredient—whole grain steel-cut oats—and undergoing only basic cutting/processing, this product fits the NOVA 1 category of unprocessed or minimally processed foods.

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Common Questions about Quaker Steel Cut Oats

Absolutely! Quaker Steel Cut Oats are a wholesome choice, packed with fiber and protein. With just 1 gram of sugar and no added sugars, they're a great way to start your day on the right foot. Of course, 'healthy' can vary from person to person, but if you're looking for a filling breakfast that keeps you satisfied, these oats definitely fit the bill!

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