Wheatena Mush with Brown Sugar & Butter
Wheatena Mush with Brown Sugar & Butter is a warm, comforting hot cereal made from toasted wheat farina, typically served for breakfast. It's a simple dish of creamy porridge enriched with brown sugar and a pat of butter, originating from the United States where it was a popular pantry staple.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates for energy, with moderate fat from the added butter. It provides key nutrients like iron and B vitamins from the enriched cereal, with a typical serving containing roughly 150-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 10 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Iron | 8 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.8 mg |
| Folate | 160 mcg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Phosphorus | 100 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.6 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) prepared · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Wheatena was marketed as a health food in the early 20th century and became a cultural icon, famously referenced in the radio show 'The Great Gildersleeve.' Nutritionally, the toasting process of the wheat gives it a distinct, nutty flavor that sets it apart from other hot cereals.
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