Cap'n Crunch with Milk
Cap'n Crunch with Milk is a classic American breakfast cereal made from sweetened corn and oat cereal pieces, typically served cold with milk. The cereal is known for its distinctive rectangular shape and crunchy texture, and it's produced by Quaker Oats. It's a staple in many U.S. households, often enjoyed by both children and adults as a quick and convenient morning meal.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This cereal is high in carbohydrates, primarily from added sugars and refined grains, and provides a moderate amount of protein when paired with milk. A typical serving (about 1 cup of cereal with ½ cup skim milk) contains around 150-200 calories, along with some iron and B vitamins from fortification.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Carbs | 46 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
| Calcium | 260 mg |
| Iron | 7.2 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Vitamin A | 75 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
Per 1 cup cereal (42 g) with 1 cup (240 ml) 2% milk · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Cap'n Crunch has become a cultural icon in the U.S., often associated with nostalgic childhood memories and playful advertising campaigns featuring its fictional captain mascot. Nutritionally, it's notable for its high sugar content, which has sparked debates about breakfast choices and marketing to children over the years.
