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Special K Original
Special K Original by Kellogg's provides 385 kcal per 100 g, with 32.9 g of sugars and 18 g of protein. That is 171% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cereal flakes category and comes in a 9.6 oz pack. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 serving (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 | 32.9 g | 12.8 g | 12.1 +171% | |
| Added sugars | 10.3 g | 4 g | 8% | 7.8 +32% |
| Dietary fiber | 6.6 g | 2.6 g | 9% | 8.8 −25% |
| Protein | 18 g | 7 g | 14% | 10.8 +65% |
| Salt | 4.4 g | 1.7 g | 0.6 +655% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 301 Cereal flakes products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cereal flakes
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Rice, wheat gluten, sugar, defatted wheat germ, salt, malt flavor, BHT, reduced iron, vitamin C, niacinamide, vitamin E acetate, beta-carotene, folic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin D3, vitamin B12
- Allergens
- Gluten
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 9.6 oz
- Serving size
- 1 serving (39 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0038000269851
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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 serving (39 g)).
How much sugar is in Special K Original?
Special K Original has 32.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high 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.
What allergens does Special K Original contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated July 13, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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