Dark Cocoa Cereal
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Dark Cocoa Cereal by Kashi scores 10/10 for Heart Health based on very low saturated fat.
Dark Cocoa Cereal by Kashi provides 375 calories, 30.0g protein, 15.0g fat, and 47.5g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 8.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Muscle Building, Weight Loss health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓High in protein with 30.0g per 100g — one of the most protein-dense options in its category.
- ✓Excellent source of fiber with 20.0g per 100g — well above average for this food type.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠Contains 5 additives — a relatively long list indicating higher processing.
Deep Analysis
Dark Cocoa Cereal by Kashi sits near the middle of the cereals category with 375 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406). Standout protein at 30.0g per 100g — 186% above average. Very low sugar at 2.5g per 100g — much better than the 20.7g category average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 375 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 30.0g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 2.5g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
- •Fiber: 20.0g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
- •Saturated fat: 1.2g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake, those looking to improve gut health or stay full longer.
Watch Out
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Dark Cocoa Cereal doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cereals category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Lentil protein, sunflower oil, chickpea flour, pea protein, tapioca starch, allulose, chicory root fiber, cocoa, guar gum, salt, baking soda, vanilla extract, natural flavors, monk fruit extract, mixed tocopherols (vitamin E), rosemary extract,