Cream of Wheat Original vs Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Cream of Wheat Original
Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Cream of Wheat Original | Cream of Wheat Instant Origi... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 1 | 4 |
| Calories | 667 kcal | 536 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 45.5 g | 28.6 g |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 2.1 g |
| Fiber | 3 g | 3.6 g |
| Protein | 42.4 g | 28.6 g |
| Additives | 1 | 2 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal has 20% fewer calories (536 kcal vs 667 kcal).
- Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal has 37% less sugar (28.6 g vs 45.5 g).
- Cream of Wheat Original has 15% less salt (1.7 g vs 2.1 g).
- Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal has 15% more fiber (3.6 g vs 3 g).
- Cream of Wheat Original has 33% more protein (42.4 g vs 28.6 g).
- Cream of Wheat Original is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Cream of Wheat Original
WHEAT FARINA, CALCIUM CARBONATE, DEFATTED WHEAT GERM, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE (IRON), NIACINAMIDE (VITAMIN B3), THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID, CHOLECALCIFEROL (VITAMIN D3).
Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal
WHEAT FARINA, CALCIUM CARBONATE, SALT, DEFATTED WHEAT GERM, GUAR GUM, NATURAL FLAVOR, FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE (IRON), NIACINAMIDE (VITAMIN B3), THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), BHT (TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID, CHOLECALCIFEROL (VITAMIN D3). CONTAINS WHEAT
FAQ
Which is healthier: Cream of Wheat Original or Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal has fewer calories: 536 kcal versus 667 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Cream of Wheat Instant Original Hot Cereal has less sugar: 28.6 g versus 45.5 g per 100 g.