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Special K Original
Special K Original by Kellogg's provides 385 kcal per 100 g, with 12.8 g of sugars and 18 g of protein. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cereal flakes category and comes in a 18 OZ pack. Contains: gluten, milk.
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 | 385 kcal | 150 kcal | 372 | |
| Total fat | 1.3 g | 0.5 g | 1% | 5.7 −78% |
| Carbohydrates | 74.4 g | 29 g | 11% | 67 +11% |
| Total sugars | 12.8 g | 5 g | 12.1 +6% | |
| Added sugars | 10.3 g | 4 g | 8% | 7.8 +32% |
| Dietary fiber | 1 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 8.8 −88% |
| Protein | 18 g | 7 g | 14% | 10.8 +65% |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 0.7 g | 0.6 +194% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 301 Cereal flakes products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from April 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other cereal flakes
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Ingredients
Rice, wheat gluten, sugar, defatted wheat germ, contains 2% or less of salt, whey, malt flavor, BHT for freshness. vitamins and minerals: reduced iron, vitamin c (ascorbic acid), niacinamide, vitamin E acetate, beta-carotene, folic acid, vitamin b6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin b1 (thiamin hydrochloride), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), vitamin D3, vitamin b12.
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
Product details
- Quantity
- 18 OZ
- Serving size
- 1 1/4 Cup (39 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0038000016219
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Special K Original?
Special K Original contains 385 kcal per 100 g and about 150 kcal per serving (1 1/4 Cup (39 g)).
How much sugar is in Special K Original?
Special K Original has 12.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Special K Original healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Special K Original vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Special K Original contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 24, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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