Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS
Whole food · Breakfast Cereals
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Malt-O-Meal Frosted Mini Spooners are bite-sized, pillow-shaped oat cereal pieces coated in a sweet, crunchy frosting. They deliver a satisfying, slightly chewy texture with a classic toasted oat flavor and a sugary finish. Nutritionally, they are a high-carbohydrate, low-fat cereal with a notable amount of dietary fiber.
Calorie split: 10% protein · 86% carbs · 5% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love the addictive, sweet crunch and the nostalgic comfort of a frosted oat cereal, reminiscent of childhood breakfasts. Its versatility makes it a popular topping for yogurt, a standalone snack, or a base for homemade cereal bars.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (20g per 100g) can lead to a rapid blood-sugar spike, especially if eaten alone. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat, like Greek yogurt or a handful of nuts, and practice portion control by sticking to a measured serving.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of dietary fiber (10.9g per 100g)
- Low in fat (1.94g per 100g)
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Convenient, no-cook breakfast or snack option
- Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Malt-O-Meal was founded in 1919 in North Mankato, Minnesota, and the company's name originally referred to its first product, a hot cereal made from toasted oats.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 5.5 g |
| Energy | 354 kcal |
| Energy | 1480 kj |
| Protein | 9.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 1.9 g |
| Ash | 1.7 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 81.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 10.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 29.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 29.4 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 100 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 273 mg |
| Potassium, K | 327 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 18.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 6.8 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.36 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 52.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.68 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.76 mg |
| Niacin | 9.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.91 mg |
| Folate, total | 727 ug |
| Folic acid | 699 ug |
| Folate, food | 28.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 1216 ug |
| Choline, total | 26.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.7 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 2.7 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 | 184 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.86 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.6 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.23 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 16:0 | 0.22 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.80 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.77 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.72 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.68 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 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 | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Are Frosted Mini Spooners gluten-free?
No, they are made from whole grain oats, which may be processed in facilities that also handle wheat. They are not certified gluten-free and are not suitable for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
How does this compare to other frosted cereals?
Compared to many sugar-coated cereals, Spooners offer a significantly higher fiber content (10.9g vs. often 1-3g) and a lower fat profile, though the sugar content is still substantial.
Can I eat this on a low-carb diet?
With 81.81g of carbohydrates per 100g, this cereal is very high in carbs and is not suitable for a standard low-carb or ketogenic diet.
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 3.54 kcal/g · 10% calories from protein · 10.9 g fiber · 20.0 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.