Malt-O-Meal Cereal Bowl

Malt-O-Meal is a hot, wheat-based breakfast cereal with a distinctive malty flavor, typically cooked with water or milk to create a creamy, porridge-like consistency. Originating in the United States, it's a popular, comforting breakfast option often served with toppings like sugar, butter, or fruit.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

It is primarily a carbohydrate-rich food, providing a good source of iron and B vitamins from its enriched wheat, with a typical serving containing around 120-150 calories prepared with water.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	26 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	0 g
Iron	9 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Folate	100 mcg
Phosphorus	100 mg
Magnesium	30 mg

Per 1 packet (30 g) dry, prepared with water · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Its unique malty taste comes from toasted barley malt, and it's a classic example of a 'hot cereal' that has been a staple in American pantries for decades, often associated with quick, warm breakfasts.