Kashi Cereal, Maple Waffle Bites
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Protein
- Fiber
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
Verdict
Kashi Cereal, Maple Waffle Bites are bite-sized, sweetened breakfast pieces. Their main strength is a moderate protein content, while their main tradeoff is the amount of added sugar. Overall, they serve as a convenient, flavor-forward breakfast choice.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair it with almond milk and fresh berries in a breakfast bowl.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is balanced in terms of fiber and protein, though it is weighed down by a significant amount of added sugar per serving. Saturated fat and sodium levels remain low.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 110mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs | 30g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4g | 14% |
| Total Sugars | 9g | — |
| Added Sugars | 8g | 16% |
| Protein | 4g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 140mg | 2% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from whole wheat, oat, and chickpea flours, but the formulation is heavily influenced by cane sugar and maple syrup. The addition of natural flavors and colorants reflects a more formulated, processed approach to a breakfast cereal.
Ingredients
Whole Wheat Flour, Whole Oat Flour, Cane Sugar, Degerminated Yellow Corn Meal, Chickpea Flour, Maple Syrup, Canola Oil, Salt, Cinnamon, Natural Flavors, Carrot and Blueberry Juice for Color, Annatto Extract for Color.
