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Spicy, savory cornflake snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Buffalo sauce cornflakes (30 g) has 122 calories. That works out to 405 calories per 100 g. It contains 23 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 2.5 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B1 covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 30 g
122
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
23g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 6% · Fat 19%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 122 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.5 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.63 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 294 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 30 g | 122 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 15 g | 61 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28.4 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 40 g | 162 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 45 g | 182 kcal |
| 2 cup (extra large) | 60 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 75 g | 304 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 405 kcal |
Calculated from 405 calories per 100 g.
Buffalo sauce cornflakes are a savory, crunchy snack made by coating cornflakes with spicy Buffalo-style sauce. Unlike ordinary breakfast cereal, they are usually eaten on their own or served with dips rather than poured into a bowl of milk.
No, Buffalo sauce cornflakes taste savory, tangy, and spicy rather than sweet or milky. The cornflakes provide a crisp base, while the Buffalo-style coating gives them the familiar hot-sauce flavor.
To make Buffalo sauce cornflakes, gently toss cornflakes with a little Buffalo sauce, spread them in a single layer on a baking tray, and bake until crisp. Add the sauce gradually so the flakes do not become soggy.
Buffalo sauce is commonly made with hot sauce and butter, though recipes vary. That combination gives Buffalo sauce cornflakes a tangy, peppery flavor with a richer finish than cornflakes coated in hot sauce alone.
Keep Buffalo sauce cornflakes crunchy by storing them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. For a homemade batch, let the coated flakes cool completely before packing them, since trapped warmth can create moisture.
A cool, creamy dip pairs well with Buffalo sauce cornflakes because it offsets their spicy tang. Ranch-style dip, blue cheese dip, or a simple yogurt dip are common choices; crunchy vegetable sticks make a good side too.
Make Buffalo sauce cornflakes less spicy by using less Buffalo sauce or mixing the finished snack with plain cornflakes. A mild, creamy dip can also soften the heat as you eat.
Yes, crushed Buffalo sauce cornflakes can be used as a crunchy coating for foods such as chicken or vegetables. Press the crumbs onto the surface before cooking, and avoid adding extra sauce until serving so the coating stays crisp.
Packaged Buffalo sauce cornflakes are generally ready to eat as a snack. When you make them at home by coating plain flakes with sauce, baking helps dry the coating and restore a crisp texture.
You can, but Buffalo sauce cornflakes are not usually eaten with milk. The savory, spicy coating is better suited to snacking, and milk quickly softens the flakes and dilutes their seasoning.
Vitamins
B1
0.17mg · 14% DV
B3
2.04mg · 13% DV
B6
0.17mg · 10% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
294mg · 13% DV
Iron
1.86mg · 10% DV
Selenium
3.9µg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
35mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 122 calories in 1 cup (medium) (30 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Buffalo sauce cornflakes are crisp cornflakes coated in a spicy, tangy Buffalo-style sauce. The sauce takes its name from Buffalo, New York, and is commonly made with hot pepper sauce and butter. This is a savoury snack rather than the sweet cereal many people associate with a breakfast bowl.
Enjoy them by the handful, serve them in a bowl for sharing, or add them to a casual snack spread. The heat and crunch pair well with a cooling yoghurt dip or fresh vegetables. Their nutrition is largely carbohydrate-based, with 76.5 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. For a lighter snack, keep the portion modest and serve them alongside something fresh rather than adding more rich dips.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.63g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.87g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.