Fruity Cheerios vs Frosted Flakes
Overall, Fruity Cheerios has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Fruity Cheerios | Frosted Flakes |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 389 kcal | 351 kcal |
| Fat | 5.6 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 33.3 g | 32.4 g |
| Salt | 1 g | 1.3 g |
| Fiber | 8.3 g | 2.7 g |
| Protein | 8.3 g | 5.4 g |
| Additives | 3 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Frosted Flakes has no fat, while Fruity Cheerios has 5.6 g.
- Fruity Cheerios has 68% more fiber (8.3 g vs 2.7 g).
- Fruity Cheerios has 35% more protein (8.3 g vs 5.4 g).
- Fruity Cheerios has the better Nutri-Score.
Ingredients
Fruity Cheerios
Whole Grain Oats, Sugar, Corn Syrup, Corn Starch, Pear Puree, Salt, Color (fruit and vegetable juice, annatto extract), Tripotassium Phosphate, Natural Flavor, Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols), Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin C (sodium ascorbate), Iron, Zinc, Niacinamide, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamin Mononitrate, Palmitate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D.
Frosted Flakes
Milled corn, sugar, malt flavor, salt, iron (ferric phosphate), niacinamide, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B1 (thiamin hydrochloride), folic acid, vitamin D3, vitamin B12.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Fruity Cheerios or Frosted Flakes?
Overall, Fruity Cheerios has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. 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?
Frosted Flakes has fewer calories: 351 kcal versus 389 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Frosted Flakes has less sugar: 32.4 g versus 33.3 g per 100 g.