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Post Waffle Crisp
Cereal & Breakfast
📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

Post Waffle Crisp

Waffle Crisp
11.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
160
Calories
2g
Protein
15g
Sugars
220mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
54
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Post Waffle Crisp is a sweet, waffle-shaped breakfast cereal sold in the grocery cereal aisle, typically on middle or lower shelves near other sugary, kid-focused cereals and family breakfast staples. Packaged in a colorful cardboard box (11.5 oz) with an inner plastic bag, it sits beside brands that emphasize fun shapes, character-driven marketing, and convenience. Shoppers reach for it on back-to-school runs, weekend treat breakfasts, or when stocking up for quick snacks. The product leans into nostalgic, child-oriented positioning: Post markets Waffle Crisp as a playful, indulgent start to the day aimed at families and kids, while older shoppers may buy it for a dose of childhood familiarity. Labeling often highlights positive-sounding elements — “made with whole grain oat flour” and added vitamins and minerals — creating a health halo despite prominent sugar and flavoring. There are no organic or natural-only certifications; the ingredient list includes cane- and corn-derived sugars, caramel color, natural and artificial flavors, and preservatives like BHT. In plain terms, it is a highly processed packaged cereal designed for consistent texture and long shelf life. Sensory notes: the pieces are small, crisp waffle shapes with a crunchy snap that softens in milk; flavor is sweet, malty, and slightly caramelized. Rituals around Waffle Crisp include pouring into a bowl for a quick morning meal, spoonfuls straight from the box as an on-the-go snack, and using it as a crunchy topping on yogurt or ice cream. Its bright packaging and sugary flavor profile make it an easy impulse for parents and nostalgic adults alike.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 8
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2g3%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium220mg10%
Total Carbohydrate34g12%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars15g
Added Sugars15g30%
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

Corn, Flour,, Sugar,, Whole, Grain, Oat, Flour,, Canola, and/or, Soybean, Oil,, Salt,, Calcium, Carbonate,, Caramel, Color,, Invert, Sugar,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavor,, BHT, Added, to, Preserve, Freshness., Vitamins, and, Minerals:, Ferric, Orthophosphate, (Source, of, Iron),, Niacinamide, (Vitamin, B3),, Zinc, Oxide,, Thiamin, Mononitrate, (Vitamin, B1),, Calcium, Pantothenate, (Vitamin, B5),, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vitamin, B6),, Folic, Acid..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo 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 refined flours, added sugars, flavors, colorings, and preservatives along with industrial processing steps, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about Post Waffle Crisp

Well, that depends on your perspective! Waffle Crisp is a tasty breakfast option with 160 calories per serving, but it does come with 15 grams of added sugars, which might not be ideal if you’re watching your sugar intake. Think of it as a fun treat rather than a health food — it’s all about balance!

Perfect For

back-to-school
weekend-brunch
movie-night

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentconvenient
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