Cereals, oats, instant, fortified, with raisins and spice, prepared with water
Whole food · Breakfast Cereals
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This is a warm, comforting bowl of instant oatmeal, pre-mixed with sweet raisins and a hint of warm spice like cinnamon. It has a soft, creamy texture with plump, chewy raisins providing bursts of sweetness. Nutritionally, it's a low-fat, moderate-carb breakfast option with added vitamins and minerals from fortification.
Calorie split: 9% protein · 81% carbs · 10% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its nostalgic, comforting flavor profile—the classic combination of sweet raisins and warm spice in a creamy base. It's a beloved, convenient staple for busy mornings, offering a quick and satisfying start to the day.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The added sugar content (8.71g per 100g) can lead to a rapid blood-sugar spike, especially on an empty stomach. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat, like a dollop of Greek yogurt, a handful of nuts, or a side of eggs, to slow digestion and promote sustained energy.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from complex carbohydrates
- Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals like iron and B vitamins
- Contains soluble fiber from oats, which supports digestive health
- Offers a convenient, no-cook breakfast solution
- Low in fat per serving
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💡 Did you know?
Instant oatmeal is made by pre-cooking the oats and then rolling them thinner than traditional rolled oats, which allows them to absorb water almost instantly.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 78.4 g |
| Energy | 88.0 kcal |
| Energy | 369 kj |
| Protein | 2.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.95 g |
| Ash | 0.72 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 17.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 56.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.2 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 19.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 64.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 85.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 111 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.42 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.07 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.47 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.10 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.18 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.15 mg |
| Niacin | 2.3 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.19 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.25 mg |
| Folate, total | 50.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 45.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 5.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 82.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 6.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 138 ug |
| Retinol | 138 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 460 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 24.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.09 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.50 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.15 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 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.13 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.28 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.28 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.30 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.29 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 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 |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.01 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Cereals ready-to-eat, POST, HONEY BUNCHES OF OATS, honey roasted — USDA does not publish this profile for Cereals.
| Tryptophan | 0.09 g |
| Threonine | 0.24 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.26 g |
| Leucine | 0.80 g |
| Lysine | 0.12 g |
| Methionine | 0.10 g |
| Cystine | 0.11 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.39 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.21 g |
| Valine | 0.34 g |
| Arginine | 0.24 g |
| Histidine | 0.18 g |
| Alanine | 0.46 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.48 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.9 g |
| Glycine | 0.27 g |
| Proline | 0.49 g |
| Serine | 0.38 g |
FAQ
Is this the same as plain instant oats?
No. This product is a pre-mixed blend containing oats, sugar, raisins, spices, and added fortification nutrients. Plain instant oats contain only oats.
Can I prepare this with milk instead of water?
Yes, using milk (dairy or plant-based) will increase the protein, calcium, and calorie content, and create a richer, creamier texture.
How does the fiber content compare to steel-cut oats?
Per 100g, this prepared cereal has 1.3g of fiber. Steel-cut oats generally have a higher fiber content per serving due to less processing, which preserves more of the oat's natural structure.
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 0.88 kcal/g · 9% calories from protein · 1.3 g fiber · 8.7 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: 1.31 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.