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Wheat Chex
Wheat Chex
Wheat Chex by General Mills provides 356 kcal per 100 g, with 11.9 g of sugars and 10.2 g of protein. That is 45% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Extruded cereals category and comes in a 14 oz pack. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 cup (59 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 356 kcal | 210 kcal | 385 −8% | |
| Total fat | 1.7 g | 1 g | 1% | 5 −66% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.1 −100% |
| Total sugars | 11.9 g | 7 g | 21.7 −45% | |
| Added sugars | 10.2 g | 6 g | 12% | 16.5 −38% |
| Dietary fiber | 13.6 g | 8 g | 29% | 7.4 +84% |
| Protein | 10.2 g | 6 g | 12% | 8.8 +15% |
| Salt | 1.4 g | 0.8 g | 0.7 +93% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1162 Extruded cereals products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from April 2026. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other extruded cereals
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
whole grain wheat, sugar, salt, molasses, baking soda, vitamin e (mixed tocopherols) calcium carbonate, iron, zinc, vitamin c (sodium ascorbate), vitamin b3 (niacinamide), vitamin b6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), vitamin b9 (folic acid), vitamin b1 (thiamin mononitrate), vitamin a (palmitate), vitamin b12, vitamin d3
- Allergens
- Gluten
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 14 oz
- Serving size
- 1 cup (59 g)
- Labels & certifications
- No glutenKosherOrthodox Union Kosher
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0016000275492
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Wheat Chex?
Wheat Chex contains 356 kcal per 100 g and about 210 kcal per serving (1 cup (59 g)).
How much sugar is in Wheat Chex?
Wheat Chex has 11.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Wheat Chex healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Wheat Chex contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated June 6, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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