Breakfast Cereal with Milk

Breakfast Cereal with Milk recipe videos

Breakfast Cereal with Milk is a quick and convenient morning meal consisting of processed grain pieces—like flakes, puffs, or O's—served in a bowl with cold milk. Originating in the United States in the late 19th century, it was popularized as a health food and has since become a global staple for a fast breakfast.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates, especially from added sugars, and provides a quick source of energy. Depending on the cereal type, it can be a good source of fortified vitamins and minerals like iron and B vitamins, with a rough calorie range of 150-250 per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	2.5 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	290 mg
Calcium	280 mg
Iron	8 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin D	2.5 mcg
Vitamin B12	1.5 mcg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.4 mg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Zinc	3 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the shift towards convenience and industrialized food in modern diets, often marketed with mascots to appeal to children. Nutritionally, its unique aspect is the widespread fortification, turning a simple grain product into a significant source of micronutrients for many people.