Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Fruity DYNO-BITES
Whole food · Breakfast Cereals
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Malt-O-Meal Fruity Dyno-Bites are a vibrant, berry-flavored, rice-and-corn cereal with a satisfyingly light, crispy texture. Each spoonful delivers an intense, sweet, fruity punch from its sugary coating. Nutritionally, it's a high-energy, high-sugar option, packing over 42 grams of sugar per 100 grams.
Calorie split: 4% protein · 89% carbs · 7% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore it for its unapologetically sweet, berry-blast flavor and fun, crunchy texture that makes breakfast feel like a treat. It's a nostalgic comfort food for many, evoking childhood mornings and serving as a quick, satisfying snack straight from the bag.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The extremely high sugar content (42.6g per 100g) can lead to rapid blood-sugar spikes and subsequent crashes, making it a poor choice for sustained energy or those managing blood sugar. To counteract this, pair a smaller portion with a source of protein and fat, like a handful of nuts or a dollop of Greek yogurt, to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals
- Convenient, no-cook breakfast or snack
- Light, crispy texture appeals to many palates
- Widely available and affordable
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The name 'Dyno-Bites' is a playful, onomatopoeic nod to the explosive, 'dynamite' burst of fruity flavor promised by each piece.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 1.2 g |
| Energy | 404 kcal |
| Energy | 1690 kj |
| Protein | 3.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 3.1 g |
| Ash | 1.7 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 90.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 42.6 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 3.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 7.6 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 15.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 67.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 76.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 630 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 6.0 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.13 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.63 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 9.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.0 mg |
| Thiamin | 1.5 mg |
| Riboflavin | 2.5 mg |
| Niacin | 26.5 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.59 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 2.7 mg |
| Folate, total | 496 ug |
| Folic acid | 492 ug |
| Folate, food | 4.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 840 ug |
| Choline, total | 3.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 6.9 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 6.9 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1090 ug |
| Retinol | 1090 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 3630 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.3 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 195 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 4.9 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.20 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.64 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 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.38 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.19 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.04 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.1 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.26 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.25 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.01 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 |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.14 g |
| Cholesterol | 1.0 mg |
FAQ
Is this cereal part of a balanced breakfast?
While it provides quick energy and is often fortified, its very high sugar content means it should be enjoyed in moderation. For a more balanced meal, pair a small serving with protein (milk, yogurt) and fruit.
What are the main ingredients?
The primary ingredients are whole grain rice and corn, coated with a sugar mixture and natural and artificial fruit flavors. It is fortified with a standard mix of vitamins and minerals.
Is it suitable for a low-sugar diet?
No. With 42.6 grams of sugar per 100 grams, it is a very high-sugar food. Individuals on low-sugar or diabetic diets should avoid it or consume it only in very small, infrequent portions.
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 4.04 kcal/g · 4% calories from protein · 1.0 g fiber · 42.6 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: 8.29 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.