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Special K The Original
Special K The Original by Special K provides 375 kcal per 100 g, with 15 g of sugars and 9 g of protein. That is 31% less 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. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 375 kcal | 385 |
| Total fat | 1.5 g | 5 −70% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 1.1 −73% |
| Carbohydrates | 79 g | 74.6 +6% |
| Total sugars | 15 g | 21.7 −31% |
| Added sugars | 15.1 g | 16.5 −8% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.8 g | 7.4 −90% |
| Protein | 9 g | 8.8 |
| Salt | 1 g | 0.7 +34% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, 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
Rice(46%), Wholewheat(37%), Sugar, Barley (5%), Malted barley flour(3.5%), Barley malt flavouring, Salt.
- Allergens
- Gluten
Product details
- Sold in
- France, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5053827182782
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Special K The Original?
Special K The Original contains 375 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Special K The Original?
Special K The Original has 15 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Special K The Original 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 The Original contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 10, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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