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Special k
Spécial K
Special k by Kellogg's provides 359 kcal per 100 g, with 28.2 g of sugars and 7.7 g of protein. That is 30% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Extruded cereals category and comes in a 331 g pack. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 1/4 cup (39 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 359 kcal | 140 kcal | 385 −7% | |
| Total fat | 1.3 g | 0.5 g | 1% | 5 −74% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.1 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 87.2 g | 34 g | 12% | 74.6 +17% |
| Total sugars | 28.2 g | 11 g | 21.7 +30% | |
| Added sugars | 12 g | 4.7 g | 9% | 16.5 −28% |
| Dietary fiber | 7.7 g | 3 g | 11% | 7.4 |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 3 g | 6% | 8.8 −13% |
| Salt | 1.6 g | 0.6 g | 0.7 +114% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1162 Extruded cereals products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other extruded cereals
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
whole grain wheat, rice, sugar, freeze-dried strawberries, wheat bran, contains 2% or less of brown sugar syrup, salt, malt flavor, vitamins and minerals: vitamin c (ascorbic acid), reduced iron, vitamin e acetate, niacinamide, beta-carotene, vitamin b6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin b1 (thiamin hydrochloride), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), folic acid, vitamin d3, vitamin b12,
- Allergens
- Gluten
Product details
- Quantity
- 331 g
- Serving size
- 1 1/4 cup (39 g)
- Sold in
- France, French Polynesia, United States
- Barcode
- 0038000200748
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Special k?
Special k contains 359 kcal per 100 g and about 140 kcal per serving (1 1/4 cup (39 g)).
How much sugar is in Special k?
Special k has 28.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Special k healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Special k contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 4, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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