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Small, crisp, golden-brown grain rings with a lightly glossy surface are piled in a bowl, with a few chopped nut pieces visible among them.
🌿High Fiber

Honey Nut Cereal Calories

Sweet honey-flavored cereal with nuts

CALORIES · 100 G

390kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

260mg

FIBER · 100 G

6.5g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Honey Nut Cereal (40 g) has 156 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 30.4 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 2.8 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Honey Nut Cereal Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 40 g

156

KCAL / 40G

Carbs

30.4g

· 11% DV

Protein

3g

· 6% DV

Fat

2.8g

· 4% DV

Fiber

2.6g

· 9% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 8% · Fat 15%

Honey Nut Cereal nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (40 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories156 kcal
Total fat2.8 g4%
Saturated fat0.44 g2%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium168 mg7%
Total carbohydrate30.4 g11%
Fiber2.6 g9%
Protein3 g6%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Honey Nut Cereal?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)40 g156 kcal
½ cup (small)20 g78 kcal
0.75 cup (medium)30 g117 kcal
1 serving (medium)45 g176 kcal
1.25 cup (large)50 g195 kcal
1.5 cup (large)60 g234 kcal
2 cup (extra large)80 g312 kcal
100 g100 g390 kcal

Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Honey Nut Cereal

Is Honey Nut Cereal a healthy breakfast?

Honey Nut Cereal can be part of breakfast, but its sweet flavor means it is better treated as one component than a complete meal. Pair it with plain yogurt or fruit for a more filling bowl.

Is Honey Nut Cereal the same as granola?

No, Honey Nut Cereal is not necessarily granola. Granola is usually baked into clusters, while honey-and-nut cereals may be flakes, puffs, or another crisp shape; the exact form varies by product.

Does Honey Nut Cereal contain real honey?

The name Honey Nut Cereal does not guarantee that every version contains real honey. Some products use honey, while others may rely on flavoring or different sweeteners, so the ingredient list is the way to confirm.

What is the best milk to eat with Honey Nut Cereal?

Honey Nut Cereal works with dairy milk or unsweetened plant milk. Choose an unsweetened option if you want to avoid adding more sweetness, and pour it over the cereal just before eating to keep it crisp.

Does Honey Nut Cereal get soggy quickly?

Yes, Honey Nut Cereal softens after it sits in milk. For the crunchiest texture, add the milk immediately before eating, or serve the cereal dry alongside a separate glass of milk.

How should you store Honey Nut Cereal after opening?

Store Honey Nut Cereal in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry cupboard. Moisture makes the cereal lose its crunch, so avoid leaving the opened bag loosely folded or storing it near steam.

Can Honey Nut Cereal fit into a weight-loss diet?

Yes, Honey Nut Cereal can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but it is easy to pour more than intended. Serve a measured bowl and add plain yogurt or fruit rather than extra sweet toppings.

Is Honey Nut Cereal suitable for people with diabetes?

Honey Nut Cereal contains carbohydrates and may raise blood glucose, even when eaten with milk. If you have diabetes, match the portion to your personal meal plan and follow advice from your clinician or dietitian.

Can you use Honey Nut Cereal as a yogurt topping?

Yes, Honey Nut Cereal makes a crunchy topping for plain yogurt, fruit, or a smoothie bowl. Add it right before serving; mixing it in early lets moisture soften the pieces.

Can you make a homemade version of Honey Nut Cereal?

Yes, you can make a similar mix with oats or crisp cereal pieces, chopped nuts, and a little honey. It will not have exactly the same texture as packaged Honey Nut Cereal, but you can adjust the sweetness.

Honey Nut Cereal Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.48µg · 20% DV

B1

0.22mg · 18% DV

B3

2.6mg · 16% DV

B6

0.26mg · 15% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.68mg · 30% DV

Iron

3.2mg · 18% DV

Selenium

7.2µg · 13% DV

Phosphorus

88mg · 13% DV

Sodium

168mg · 7% DV

Potassium ⭐

104mg · 3% DV

Honey Nut Cereal Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

7.2
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Honey Nut Cereal

To burn the 156 calories in 1 cup (medium) (40 g):

🚶

39min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

16min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

21min

Cycling

🏊

18min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Honey Nut Cereal?

Honey Nut Cereal combines crunchy grain pieces with honey sweetness and the toasted flavour of nuts. It is commonly served for breakfast in a bowl with milk, though it also works over yoghurt or as a quick dry snack. Fresh fruit makes an easy topping and adds a bright contrast to its sweetness.

The cereal is carbohydrate-rich, with some fibre and a modest amount of protein. Its crisp texture softens as it sits in milk, while the nuts give each spoonful a richer bite. If you prefer a less sweet bowl, pair it with plain yoghurt or mix it with unsweetened cereal; it can also be used as a crunchy topping for fruit.

How Nutritious Is Honey Nut Cereal?

Nutrient density

Medium

42/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

42/ 100

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.

Is Honey Nut Cereal Processed?

NOVA 3

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.

Does Honey Nut Cereal Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts yes
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Honey Nut Cereal Good For?

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

Honey Nut Cereal Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.44g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.36g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.76g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 23.3:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (23.3:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.