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Chocolate breakfast cereal, sweetened, processed grain product
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Nesquik cereal ball (30 g) has 116 calories. That works out to 386 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.1 g of carbs, 2.2 g of protein, 1.1 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 1.5 mg of B5 covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 74 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 30 g
116
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
25.1g
· 9% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
1.1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 84% · Protein 7% · Fat 9%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 116 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 96 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.1 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 2.2 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 | 116 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 10 piece (medium) | 20 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 97 kcal |
| 15 piece (large) | 30 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 40 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 45 g | 174 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 386 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 230 g | 888 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 375 g | 1448 kcal |
Calculated from 386 calories per 100 g.
Nesquik cereal ball is a cocoa-flavoured, sweetened cereal made into small, crunchy balls. The grains and other ingredients can vary between product versions, so use the ingredient list on your pack for the exact formulation.
Yes, Nesquik cereal ball can give milk a mild cocoa flavour as some of its coating dissolves. The balls soften as they sit, so add the milk just before eating if you want to keep their crunch.
Yes, Nesquik cereal ball can be eaten dry as a snack, although it is made as a breakfast cereal. Its small, crunchy shape makes it easy to nibble, so pour a portion into a bowl rather than eating from the pack.
Nesquik cereal ball is cocoa-flavoured and sweetened, while plain cereal flakes usually have a simpler taste and may be unsweetened. The ball shape also gives it a different crunch; compare ingredient lists if you are choosing between packs.
No, Nesquik cereal ball on its own is not a particularly varied breakfast. Pair it with milk or plain yogurt and add fruit, or include another filling food such as eggs, so breakfast offers more than sweetened cereal.
Nesquik cereal ball is sweetened, so it is better as one option among many than as a child's everyday breakfast. Offer a range of less-sweet cereals and foods such as fruit, eggs, or plain yogurt across the week.
Keep Nesquik cereal ball in an airtight container, or close its original pack securely, and store it somewhere cool and dry. Moisture makes the cereal lose its crunch; avoid keeping it beside a kettle, cooker, or other humid spot.
People with diabetes can eat Nesquik cereal ball, but its sweetened cereal carbohydrates can affect blood glucose. Portion size and what you eat with it matter; ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits your individual meal plan.
Yes, Nesquik cereal ball works as a crunchy topping for yogurt, pudding, or ice cream. Add it right before serving so it stays crisp, and account for its sweetness when choosing or preparing the dessert.
Yes, Nesquik cereal ball gradually softens after milk is poured over it, as cereal balls absorb liquid. For the crunchiest bowl, pour only the amount you plan to eat and add milk immediately before serving.
Vitamins
B5
1.5mg · 30% DV
B2
0.36mg · 28% DV
B1
0.3mg · 25% DV
B12
0.6µg · 25% DV
Minerals
Calcium
150mg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.33mg · 14% DV
Zinc
1.5mg · 14% DV
Iron
2.4mg · 13% DV
Sodium
96mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
90mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 116 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.
Nesquik cereal ball is a sweetened, chocolate-flavoured breakfast cereal made from grains and shaped into small, round pieces. It is usually eaten in a bowl with milk, though it can also be nibbled dry as a quick snack. The chocolate taste and crisp texture make it a familiar choice for a convenient breakfast, especially for children.
The cereal softens as it sits in milk, so add it just before eating if you prefer it crunchy. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with 83.5 g per 100 g, and provides some fibre and protein. For a more substantial bowl, serve it with plain yoghurt or fruit, and keep an eye on the portion if you are watching your intake of sweetened foods.
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.
Medium
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
0.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.33g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.