Malt-O-Meal with butter and salt
Malt-O-Meal with butter and salt is a warm, creamy hot cereal made from toasted whole wheat, typically prepared by cooking the cereal with water or milk and then topped with a pat of butter and a sprinkle of salt. It is a classic American breakfast staple, particularly popular in the Midwest, and is known for its comforting, nutty flavor and smooth texture.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of complex carbohydrates, providing a good amount of dietary fiber and iron, with a moderate calorie count of around 150-200 calories per serving (without added butter). The addition of butter increases the fat content, while the salt enhances flavor but adds sodium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 200 mg |
| Iron | 10 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 1.5 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 1.7 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 20 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 2 mg |
| Folate | 400 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 100 mg |
| Magnesium | 50 mg |
Per 1 cup prepared (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Malt-O-Meal is unique for its use of malted wheat, which gives it a distinctive, slightly sweet, and toasty flavor that sets it apart from other hot cereals. Nutritionally, it's a fortified food, often enriched with vitamins and minerals, making it a hearty and nourishing start to the day.
