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Sweetened breakfast cereal; often fortified with iron and selected B vitamins.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Nesquik Corn Flakes (30 g) has 116 calories. That works out to 385 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.2 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of B2 covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 81 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 30 g
116
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
25.2g
· 9% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.8g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 87% · Protein 7% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 116 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.8 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 150 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.2 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 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 cup (small) | 20 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 45 g | 173 kcal |
| 2 cup (large) | 60 g | 231 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 bottle (mini) | 250 g | 963 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 375 g | 1444 kcal |
Calculated from 385 calories per 100 g.
Nesquik Corn Flakes is a sweetened, cocoa-flavoured cereal made primarily from corn. It is often fortified with iron and selected B vitamins, but recipes can differ between markets, so ingredients may vary by country.
Yes, Nesquik Corn Flakes can give milk a chocolate flavour as some of the cocoa and sweet coating dissolves into it. The longer the cereal sits, the more flavour transfers—and the softer the cereal becomes.
Nesquik Corn Flakes can be part of breakfast, but it is a sweetened cereal rather than a complete meal on its own. Pair it with milk or yogurt and fruit for a more varied, filling breakfast.
Yes, Nesquik Corn Flakes can be eaten dry as a crunchy snack; it does not need milk or cooking. Since it is sweetened, consider a modest bowl rather than grazing from the box.
No, Nesquik Corn Flakes is cocoa-flavoured and sweetened, while plain cornflakes generally have a simpler, less chocolate-forward taste. The exact ingredients and sweetness can vary by product and market.
Nesquik Corn Flakes alone may not keep you full for long because it is relatively low in protein and fibre. Serve it with milk or yogurt, or add fruit, to make breakfast more satisfying.
Yes, Nesquik Corn Flakes works as a topping for yogurt. Add it just before eating to keep some crunch, and try plain yogurt to balance the cereal’s sweet, cocoa flavour.
Children can eat Nesquik Corn Flakes, but it is a sweetened cereal and is best served as one breakfast option rather than the only everyday choice. Pair it with milk and fruit for a more balanced meal.
Keep Nesquik Corn Flakes in a tightly sealed container or close the package securely, then store it somewhere cool and dry. Exposure to moisture can make the cereal lose its crisp texture.
People with diabetes should account for Nesquik Corn Flakes as a sweetened, carbohydrate-rich cereal and consider the portion alongside the rest of the meal. For advice tailored to your glucose targets and meal plan, ask your clinician or dietitian.
Vitamins
B2
0.36mg · 28% DV
B1
0.33mg · 28% DV
B12
0.6µg · 25% DV
B3
3.9mg · 24% DV
Minerals
Iron
2.4mg · 13% DV
Sodium
150mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Nesquik Corn Flakes is a packaged, sweetened breakfast cereal made from corn. It is often fortified with iron and selected B vitamins.
It is commonly eaten with cold milk at breakfast, both in its markets of origin and by English-speaking households elsewhere. The flakes soften as they sit, so add the milk just before eating if you prefer them crisp. The cereal is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with relatively little fat and some fibre and protein. Add fruit for a more filling bowl, or serve it with plain milk or yoghurt to balance its sweetness.
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
0.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.21g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.33g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.