Special K. The Original by Kellogg's

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Special K. The Original

by Kellogg's 750 g in Mixed cereal flakes Barcode 5059319003757
Nutri-Score
Average nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Unknown
Green-Score
d
Environmental impact estimate

Special K. The Original by Kellogg's provides 375 kcal per 100 g, with 15 g of sugars and 9 g of protein. That is 19% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C. It is listed in the Mixed cereal flakes category and comes in a 750 g pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
1.5 g · Low
Saturated fat
0.3 g · Low
Sugars
15 g · Moderate
Salt
1 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 375 kcal 376
Total fat 1.5 g 2.1 −28%
Saturated fat 0.3 g 0.6 −47%
Carbohydrates 79 g 77
Total sugars 15 g 12.6 +19%
Dietary fiber 4.5 g 6.1 −27%
Protein 9 g 9.6 −6%
Salt 1 g 0.9 +15%

Category average across 225 Mixed cereal flakes products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other mixed cereal flakes

Calories lower 35%
Sugars higher 42%
Salt higher 35%
Saturated fat lower 7%
Protein top 56%
Fiber top 74%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Product details

Quantity
750 g
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5059319003757

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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 C (A is best, E is worst). Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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