Babyfood, cereal, oatmeal, with bananas, dry
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A dry, powdered blend of finely milled oats and dehydrated banana, designed for easy preparation into a smooth, comforting porridge. It offers a mild, naturally sweet banana flavor with a creamy, slightly grainy texture when mixed with liquid. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense, carbohydrate-rich base, providing quick energy with a notable 26.66g of sugar per 100g.
Calorie split: 7% protein · 78% carbs · 15% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
It's beloved for its comforting, nostalgic taste and incredibly simple preparation—just add water or milk for an instant warm meal. Its mild sweetness and smooth texture make it a universally palatable first food for infants and a quick, satisfying breakfast for adults.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high carbohydrate and sugar content can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes, making it less ideal for diabetics or those managing glucose levels. To counteract this, always pair it with a source of protein (like stirred-in yogurt or a side of eggs) or healthy fat (like nut butter) to slow digestion. It is also a common allergen (oats, banana) and may contain gluten if not certified gluten-free.
Key benefits
- Provides quick-release energy from carbohydrates
- Contains dietary fiber (5.2g/100g) for digestive support
- Offers a convenient, shelf-stable source of calories
- Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals in many commercial versions
- Naturally flavored with fruit, avoiding added artificial sweeteners
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The process of making this dry cereal often involves 'spray drying,' where a liquid oat and banana mixture is sprayed into a hot chamber, instantly evaporating the water and creating a fine powder.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 4.7 g |
| Energy | 399 kcal |
| Energy | 1671 kj |
| Protein | 6.7 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 6.7 g |
| Ash | 3.9 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 78.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 5.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 800 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 45.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 118 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 267 mg |
| Potassium, K | 600 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 33.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.9 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.39 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 20.5 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 58.3 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.83 mg |
| Riboflavin | 1.0 mg |
| Niacin | 13.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.66 mg |
| Folate, total | 167 ug |
| Folic acid | 132 ug |
| Folate, food | 35.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 259 ug |
| Choline, total | 28.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 3.3 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 3.1 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 157 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 5.0 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 4.5 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.0 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 1.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.97 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.10 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 1.4 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 1.4 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.2 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.0 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.17 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.16 g |
| Threonine | 0.42 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.50 g |
| Leucine | 0.98 g |
| Lysine | 0.56 g |
| Methionine | 0.27 g |
| Cystine | 0.27 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.62 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.50 g |
| Valine | 0.70 g |
| Arginine | 0.71 g |
| Histidine | 0.36 g |
| Alanine | 0.49 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.99 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.6 g |
| Glycine | 0.51 g |
| Proline | 0.81 g |
| Serine | 0.58 g |
FAQ
How is this different from regular oatmeal?
This is a pre-mixed, dry powder combining oats and banana flavor, designed for instant preparation. Regular oatmeal is typically whole or rolled oats cooked with water or milk, often requiring more time and without the added banana component.
Is it healthy for babies?
It's often marketed as a first food due to its smooth texture and mild flavor. However, it's high in carbohydrates and low in protein and fat. It should be part of a varied diet and ideally mixed with breast milk, formula, or a fat source like avocado for better nutrition.
Can I use this in baking?
Yes, it's excellent for adding banana flavor and binding in recipes like pancakes, muffins, and cookies. It can replace some of the flour or be used as a dry mix component for quick breads.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.99 kcal/g · 7% calories from protein · 5.2 g fiber · 26.7 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.06 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.