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Cocoa Puffs
chocolate flavored frosted corn puffs
Cocoa Puffs by Cocoa puffs provides 389 kcal per 100 g, with 33.3 g of sugars and 5.6 g of protein. That is 54% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Extruded cereals category and comes in a 18.1 oz (513 g) pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 cup (36 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 389 kcal | 140 kcal | 385 | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 2 g | 3% | 5 +12% |
| Carbohydrates | 86.1 g | 31 g | 11% | 74.6 +15% |
| Total sugars | 33.3 g | 12 g | 21.7 +54% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 16.5 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 5.6 g | 2 g | 7% | 7.4 −24% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 2 g | 4% | 8.8 −37% |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 0.3 g | 0.7 +20% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1163 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 Corn, Sugar, Rice Flour, Corn Syrup, Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Canola Oil, Sunflower Oil, Salt, Color (caramel color, annatto extract), Baking Soda, Natural Flavor, Vitamins and Minerals (Tricalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin C (sodium ascorbate), Iron, Zinc, A B Vitamin (niacinamide), Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), Vitamin B1 (thiamin mononitrate), Vitamin A (palmitate), Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), A B Vitamin (folic acid), Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3).
- May contain traces
- Gluten
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 18.1 oz (513 g)
- Serving size
- 1 cup (36 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0016000169395
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cocoa Puffs?
Cocoa Puffs contains 389 kcal per 100 g and about 140 kcal per serving (1 cup (36 g)).
How much sugar is in Cocoa Puffs?
Cocoa Puffs has 33.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Cocoa Puffs healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Cocoa Puffs contain?
No allergens are listed in the label data. It may also contain traces of gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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