Oat Crunch
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Oat Crunch by Cheerios scores 10/10 for Heart Health based on very low saturated fat.
Oat Crunch by Cheerios provides 407 calories, 7.4g protein, 9.3g fat, and 77.8g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 1.8g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Good fiber content at 5.6g per 100g, supporting digestive health.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.9g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sugar content (27.8g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
- ⚠Calorie-dense at 407 kcal per 100g — be mindful of portion sizes.
Deep Analysis
Oat Crunch by Cheerios sits near the middle of the cereals category with 407 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 407 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 7.4g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 27.8g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 5.6g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
- •Saturated fat: 0.9g per 100g
- •Sodium: 426mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for those who need quick energy or aren't calorie-restricted. Not ideal for blood sugar management or low-sugar diets.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sugar content of 27.8g per 100g is high — check your portion size to stay within daily limits.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Oat Crunch doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for lower-sugar options in the same category, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cereals category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
whole grain oats, sugar, whole grain corn, modified corn starch, canola oil, corn starch, honey, whole grain rice, corn bran, whole grain sorghum, whole grain millet, salt, tripotassium phosphate, baking soda, color (caramel color and annatto extract), natural flavor. vitamin e (mixed tocopherols) added to preserve freshness. vitamins and minerals: calcium carbonate, iron and zinc (mineral nutrients), a b vitamin (niacinamide), vitamin c (sodium ascorbate), a b vitamin (calcium pantothenate), vitamin b6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), vitamin b1 (thiamin mononitrate), a b vitamin (folic acid), vitamin b12, vitamin a (palmitate), vitamin d3.