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Cheerios
Cheerios by General Mills provides 359 kcal per 100 g, with 5.1 g of sugars and 12.8 g of protein. That is 76% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Extruded cereals category and comes in a 12 OZ (340 G) pack. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 1/2 cup (39 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 359 kcal | 140 kcal | 385 −7% | |
| Total fat | 6.4 g | 2.5 g | 3% | 5 +29% |
| Saturated fat | 1.3 g | 0.5 g | 3% | 1.1 +17% |
| Carbohydrates | 74.4 g | 29 g | 11% | 74.6 |
| Total sugars | 5.1 g | 2 g | 21.7 −76% | |
| Added sugars | 1 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 16.5 −94% |
| Dietary fiber | 10.3 g | 4 g | 14% | 7.4 +39% |
| Protein | 12.8 g | 5 g | 10% | 8.8 +45% |
| Salt | 1.2 g | 0.5 g | 0.7 +63% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1162 Extruded cereals products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from July 2025. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other extruded cereals
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
whole grain oats, corn starch, sugar, salt, tripotassium phosphate, vitamin e (mixed tocopherols) added to preserve freshness,vitamins and minerals: calcium carbonate, iron and zinc (mineral nutrients), vitamin c (sodium ascorbate), a b vitamin (niacinamide), vitamin b6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin a (palmitate), vitamin b1 (thiamin mononitrate), a b vitamin (folic acid), vitamin b12, vitamin d3,
- Allergens
- Gluten
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 12 OZ (340 G)
- Serving size
- 1 1/2 cup (39 g)
- Labels & certifications
- KosherOrthodox Union Kosherwhole grainAmerican Heart Certification
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0016000487727
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cheerios?
Cheerios contains 359 kcal per 100 g and about 140 kcal per serving (1 1/2 cup (39 g)).
How much sugar is in Cheerios?
Cheerios has 5.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Cheerios healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Cheerios contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 24, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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