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Sweetened cocoa breakfast cereal
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Nesquik cocoa wheat and corn cereal (30 g) has 116 calories. That works out to 386 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.7 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 1.1 g of fat and 1.8 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
23.7g
· 9% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
1.1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% 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 | 0.27 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 96 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.7 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 2.1 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 cup (small) | 20 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 25 g | 97 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 45 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 45 g | 174 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 60 g | 232 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 386 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 230 g | 888 kcal |
Calculated from 386 calories per 100 g.
No, Nesquik cocoa wheat and corn cereal is ready to eat straight from the package. Pour it into a bowl and add milk, or use it as a crunchy topping without cooking it first.
Yes, Nesquik cocoa wheat and corn cereal works with plant-based drinks as well as dairy milk. Pour the drink over just before eating if you want the cereal to stay crunchy.
It may raise blood glucose quickly because it is a sweetened, carbohydrate-rich cereal. People with diabetes should consider their portion and what they eat with it; a clinician or dietitian can advise on individual meal planning.
Yes, you can crush Nesquik cocoa wheat and corn cereal and use it as a crunchy coating or dessert topping. Because it is already sweetened, taste the mixture before adding extra sugar.
No, Nesquik cocoa wheat and corn cereal is a sweet, crunchy cereal with cocoa flavor, not cocoa powder for mixing into drinks. The two products are made for different uses and are not interchangeable in recipes.
Yes, Nesquik cocoa wheat and corn cereal can be used in homemade cereal bars. Combine it with a binder such as melted nut butter, press the mixture firmly into a pan, and chill until it holds together.
Yes, Nesquik cocoa wheat and corn cereal softens after sitting in milk. Add the milk just before serving, or pour in a little at a time, to keep more of its crunch.
It is convenient, but Nesquik cocoa wheat and corn cereal is a sweetened, ultra-processed cereal, so it is better not to rely on it as the only everyday breakfast. Pair it with fruit and a protein-rich food such as plain yogurt.
Keep Nesquik cocoa wheat and corn cereal sealed in a dry, cool place after opening. An airtight container helps protect it from moisture and staleness; follow the package directions for storage and use-by dates.
Yes, Nesquik cocoa wheat and corn cereal can be eaten dry as a quick snack. For a more substantial snack, serve it with milk or yogurt rather than treating a small handful as a full meal.
Vitamins
B5
1.5mg · 30% DV
B2
0.36mg · 28% DV
B3
3.9mg · 24% DV
B12
0.57µg · 24% DV
Minerals
Calcium
150mg · 15% DV
Zinc
1.5mg · 14% DV
Iron
2.4mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.3mg · 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 cocoa wheat and corn cereal is a packaged breakfast cereal made from wheat and corn, with cocoa flavour and added sweetness. Its crisp pieces soften in milk, giving the bowl a lightly chocolatey taste and a crunchy-to-tender texture. It is designed for a quick breakfast, though it can also work as an easy snack.
Across English-speaking households, it is commonly served with cold milk; some people add it to yoghurt or top it with sliced fruit. Its nutritional profile is mainly carbohydrate, with relatively little fat; it provides 6 g of fibre per 100 g. For a less sweet, more balanced bowl, keep to a measured portion and pair it with plain yoghurt or fruit rather than adding more sweet toppings.
Medium
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
0.27g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.3g
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.