Cereals ready-to-eat, Post, Waffle Crisp
Whole food · Breakfast Cereals
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Post Waffle Crisp is a sweet, crunchy cereal made of small, golden-brown waffle-shaped pieces. It delivers a satisfying honey-kissed crunch with a light, airy texture that stays crisp in milk. Nutritionally, it's a high-carb, high-sugar option with modest protein and fiber.
Calorie split: 7% protein · 82% carbs · 11% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the genuine, nostalgic waffle-and-maple flavor and the satisfying, non-soggy crunch that holds up in milk. It's a versatile treat, equally enjoyable dry as a snack or as a fun, sweet breakfast.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (34.7g 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 fat like Greek yogurt, milk, or a side of eggs, and practice portion control by measuring a single serving.
Key benefits
- Quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals
- Provides some dietary fiber (4.4g per 100g)
- Convenient, no-preparation breakfast or snack
- Light texture can be appealing for those with sensitive palates
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The cereal's waffle shape isn't just for looks; the grid pattern is designed to trap milk in its tiny pockets, enhancing the flavor with every spoonful.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 2.5 g |
| Energy | 390 kcal |
| Energy | 1630 kj |
| Protein | 6.6 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 5.0 g |
| Ash | 2.9 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 83.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 4.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 34.7 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 24.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 9.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 72.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 237 mg |
| Potassium, K | 212 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 596 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 7.5 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.20 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 19.9 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 1.3 mg |
| Riboflavin | 1.4 mg |
| Niacin | 16.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 1.7 mg |
| Folate, total | 333 ug |
| Folic acid | 314 ug |
| Folate, food | 19.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 553 ug |
| Choline, total | 15.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 5.0 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 5.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 740 ug |
| Retinol | 738 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 18.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 12.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 2500 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 286 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.40 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 133 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 3.3 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 3.3 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.2 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.90 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 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.68 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.18 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 1.7 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 1.7 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.7 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.6 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.09 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 | 0.50 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Is Waffle Crisp a healthy breakfast option?
It is best considered an occasional treat. While it provides quick energy and is fortified with vitamins, its high sugar and refined carbohydrate content make it less ideal for a balanced daily breakfast. Pairing it with protein can help.
What does it taste like?
It tastes like a sweet, honeyed waffle with a distinct maple or vanilla note. The texture is light, crispy, and airy, similar to a thin waffle cone.
Can I eat it as a dry snack?
Yes, it is commonly enjoyed dry straight from the box as a crunchy, sweet snack. Its sturdy shape holds up well without milk.
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 3.90 kcal/g · 7% calories from protein · 4.4 g fiber · 34.7 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: 2.81 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.