Morning, noon and night we plan meals and eat. Interestingly, cereal is always appropriate any time. As it turns out, it is a staple in the American diet.
We decided to dive in to what exactly is so appealing about cereal. What makes it so great?
1. It’s easy.
Cereal is deemed the perfect breakfast meal for many reasons. The first reason why many people love it is because it’s an affordable and convenient meal. The majority of Americans have busy lives, so being able to eat quickly is essential. Convenience and price also top the list of how shoppers make buying and eating decisions at other times of the day, too.
2. It’s a treat.
Americans love tasty sweets; cereal is a treat. It’s crunchy and sugary; variety in flavors appeal to many ages to consistently satisfy a sweet tooth. Cereal flavors range from chocolate chip cookies all the way to chicken and waffles, but the most common flavors are chocolatey, fruity, and sweet, according to national sales data.
3. It’s trendy
While cereal is a common breakfast food, Americans also drink a cup of coffee in the morning. It’s no surprise companies decided to mix the two to make it even more convenient for busy commuters.
Coffee Cereal is a crunchy treat made by Dunkin Donuts and Post. The coffee flavored cereal has a base of chocolatey notes with latte swirled marshmallows mixed in. It also contains caffeine, offering not only a treat but also more energy to start the day.
But not all cereals are created equal. The unhealthiest common cereal brands are Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Froot Loops, and Trix, which are also some of the most popular cereals there are. One of the unhealthiest cereals is Froot Loops, according to Fooducate.com, because it has about three teaspoons (12 grams) of added sugar per serving, it contains trans fat, and is highly processed.
The good news is there are healthy and nutritious options available, too.
One of the healthiest cereals is Cheerios because it has less than one-and-a-half teaspoons (2 grams) of added sugar per serving, it’s 100-percent whole grain, and it’s a high fiber cereal at more than 16-percent daily fiber (about 4 grams).
There’s no denying cereal is a staple in the American diet. It’s a meal and a snack (and everything in between). It’s considered to be delicious and– in some cases– nutritious, but also convenient and affordable.
Check our roundup of flavors and brands –as well as variety of cereal styles– from both mainstream and health-food aisles for your pantry.
Roundup
Mott’s Applesauce, 4 Ounce Cup, 18 Count
$6.98 (as of November 29, 2023 13:54 GMT -06:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
belVita Cranberry Orange Breakfast Biscuits, 30 Total Packs, 6 Boxes (4 Biscuits Per Pack)
$23.28 (as of November 29, 2023 13:54 GMT -06:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Carnation Breakfast Essentials Ready to Drink with Fiber, Rich Milk Chocolate, 8 FL OZ Carton (Pack of 24) (Packaging May Vary)
$22.88 (as of November 29, 2023 13:54 GMT -06:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Dole Fruit Bowls Cherry Mixed Fruit in 100% Juice, Back To School, Gluten Free Snack, 4oz, 12 Total Cups, Packaging May Vary
$6.74 (as of November 29, 2023 13:54 GMT -06:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
GoGo squeeZ Fruit on the Go Variety Pack, Apple, Banana & Strawberry, 3.2 oz (Pack of 20), Unsweetened Snacks for Kids, Gluten Free, Nut and Dairy Free, Recloseable Cap, BPA Free Pouches
$11.88 (as of November 29, 2023 13:54 GMT -06:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
GoGo squeeZ Fruit on the Go Organic Variety Pack, Apple, Strawberry & Banana, 3.2 oz (Pack of 12), Unsweetened Organic Snacks for Kids, No Gluten, Nut & Dairy, Recloseable Cap, BPA Free Pouches
$9.49 (as of November 29, 2023 13:54 GMT -06:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Stonewall Kitchen Sea Salt Caramel Brownie Mix, 17.5 oz
$16.86 (as of November 29, 2023 13:54 GMT -06:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Duncan Hines Brownie Mix, Fudge, 18.3 oz
$1.38 (as of November 29, 2023 13:54 GMT -06:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Keto Fudge Brownie Mix by Keto and Co | Just 1.1g Net Carbs Per Serving | Gluten free, Low Carb, Diabetic Friendly, Naturally Sweetened, No Added Sugar, Non-GMO | (16 Servings)
$9.99 (as of November 29, 2023 13:54 GMT -06:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Ghirardelli Chocolate DOUBLE CHOCOLATE Brownie Mix 18oz. (2 Boxes)
$13.00 (as of November 29, 2023 13:54 GMT -06:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Kodiak Cakes Chocolate Fudge Brownie in a Cup, 2.36 Ounce (Pack of 12) (Packaging May Vary)
$27.36 (as of November 29, 2023 13:54 GMT -06:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
