USDA Standard Reference · Breakfast Cereals

Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry

According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 172994, data refreshed July 2026), nutrition facts per 100g, sourced verbatim.

355
Caloriesmoderate density
10.7g
Proteinhigh · 21% DV
71.1g
Carbshigh · 26% DV
4.7g
Fatmoderate · 6% DV
355 calories per 100g

Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry contains 355 calories per 100g according to USDA FoodData Central. It has 10.7g of protein, 4.7g of fat, and 71.1g of carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced verbatim from the USDA Standard Reference database, refreshed July 2026.

  • More protein than 53% of USDA whole foods

The verdict

Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry carries 10.7g of protein per 100g, more than 53% of USDA whole foods.

10.7g
protein per 100g
Top 47%
protein vs USDA whole foods
355
calories per 100g
4.2g
fiber per 100g

Percentile computed against the 7,880 USDA SR Legacy and Foundation whole foods with a protein value, not branded or processed items.

Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry contains 355 calories per 100g, according to the USDA FoodData Central database. It provides 10.7g of protein, 4.7g of fat, and 71.1g of carbohydrates per 100g. Dietary fiber: 4.2g. Below you will find a complete nutrient breakdown including vitamins, minerals, and daily value percentages based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are normalized to a 100g serving per the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Source: USDA laboratory analysis and manufacturer-reported label data for food products sold in the United States.

High Sodium

Where this data comes from

USDA FoodData Central is the United States government's authoritative reference for food composition, maintained by the Agricultural Research Service and updated as new laboratory analyses and manufacturer submissions are processed. Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry is catalogued there as FDC ID 172994, a usda standard reference entry, in the "Breakfast Cereals" food group. Every figure on this page comes from USDA laboratory analysis under the FDC USDA Standard Reference program, standardized to 100 g so it can be compared fairly against any other food in the database. Values are shown on the USDA per-100 g basis.

By the per-100g standardization, Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry reads as high sodium within common dietary frameworks. Compare it against 6 nutritionally similar items in Nearby Foods below, or browse the whole Breakfast Cereals group for context.

Nutritional Value at a Glance

Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry is a carbohydrate-dense food that can serve as a quick energy source.

At 15% of the Daily Value for fiber, it contributes moderately to daily fiber intake.

Notable micronutrients include Iron, Fe (212% DV), and Calcium, Ca (31% DV).

Note: at 1930mg per 100g (84% of the 2,300mg daily limit), this food is relatively high in sodium. Those monitoring salt intake should factor this in.

Allergen indicators

Our text scan flagged these FDA Big 9 major-allergen indicators in this product's name and brand description:

  • Milk

Always verify with the physical package label. Our detection is a keyword scan over USDA-published product names and brand text, it is conservative-positive (flags likely allergens) but cannot guarantee completeness or accuracy. Manufacturers may reformulate without notice; consumers with anaphylaxis-risk allergies must rely on the FDA-mandated ingredient and allergen statement printed on the package itself.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 100g Amount per serving Calories 355 % Daily Value* Total Fat 5g 6% Saturated Fat 1g 5% Trans Fat 0.9g Cholesterol 1mg 0% Sodium 1930mg 84% Total Carbohydrate 71g 26% Dietary Fiber 4g 15% Total Sugars 3g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 11g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 409mg 31% Iron 38mg 212% Potassium 210mg 4% * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Values per 100g

Macro Breakdown

355
Calories per 100g

355 kcal = 18% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value

0%100%18of 2,000 kcal
355 kcal = 18% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 10.7gF: 4.7gC: 71.1g
10.7g
Protein
21% DV
4.7g
Total Fat
6% DV
71.1g
Carbs
26% DV
4.2g
Fiber
15% DV
2.7g
Sugar
no FDA DV
1930mg
Sodium
84% DV

Values shown per 100g, the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Serving size for this entry is not declared in the USDA release.

How Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry compares to Breakfast Cereals

Per 100 g, against the average across all breakfast cereals foods in USDA FoodData Central.

76% Higher in protein than 76% of breakfast cereals on record.

Calories 8% above average
This food355 kcal
Category avg328 kcal
Protein 31% above average
This food10.7g
Category avg8.2g
Carbs 5% above average
This food71.1g
Category avg67.8g
Fat 16% above average
This food4.7g
Category avg4.0g

Category averages computed live across the USDA Breakfast Cereals group. Compare against a specific food →

Where Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry ranks on protein

Its 10.7g of protein per 100g placed against every USDA reference (whole) food, the 7,880 SR Legacy and Foundation items with a protein value.

Protein per 100g - Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

11 Top 47% higher than 53% of 7,880 USDA reference foods

0–5: 2,829 USDA reference foods (36%). Below this entry. 5–10: 1,170 USDA reference foods (15%). Below this entry. 10–15: 863 USDA reference foods (11%). This entry sits in this band. 15–20: 783 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 20–25: 1,085 USDA reference foods (14%). Above this entry. 25–30: 826 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 30–35: 230 USDA reference foods (3%). Above this entry. 35–40: 32 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 40–45: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 45–50: 11 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 50–55: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 55–60: 33 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. This food 0 60 every USDA reference food, bucketed by value

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Source USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy & Foundation · July 2026

Where Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry sits among Breakfast Cereals

Plotted by protein and calorie percentile among the 195 Breakfast Cereals foods with both values, not raw amounts, so foods of very different sizes compare fairly.

Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry: 76th protein percentile, 29th calorie percentile among Breakfast Cereals foods

025.250.375.5100.7025.751.577.2102.9Protein percentileCalorie percentileCereals ready-to-eat, POST, Shredded Wheat n' Bran, spoon-size: Protein percentile 76, Calorie percentile 19Cereals ready-to-eat, FAMILIA: Protein percentile 64, Calorie percentile 73Cereals ready-to-eat, QUAKER, CAP'N CRUNCH'S PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH: Protein percentile 38, Calorie percentile 96Cereals ready-to-eat, POST, GOLDEN CRISP: Protein percentile 29, Calorie percentile 64Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, instant, dry: Protein percentile 73, Calorie percentile 40Cereals, whole wheat hot natural cereal, cooked with water, without salt: Protein percentile 9, Calorie percentile 9Cereals, WHEATENA, cooked with water, with salt: Protein percentile 11, Calorie percentile 7Cereals, QUAKER, oatmeal, REAL MEDLEYS, apple walnut, dry: Protein percentile 48, Calorie percentile 76Cereals, Oat Bran, QUAKER, QUAKER/MOTHER'S Oat Bran, prepared with water, salt: Protein percentile 11, Calorie percentile 0Cereals ready-to-eat, QUAKER, MOTHER'S Toasted Oat Bran cereal: Protein percentile 83, Calorie percentile 51Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, HONEY GRAHAM SQUARES: Protein percentile 24, Calorie percentile 86Cereals ready-to-eat, RALSTON Corn Biscuits: Protein percentile 30, Calorie percentile 56Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, 1 minute cook time, cooked with water, microwaved, without salt: Protein percentile 8, Calorie percentile 5Cereals ready-to-eat, POST HONEY BUNCHES OF OATS with cinnamon bunches: Protein percentile 38, Calorie percentile 88Cereals ready-to-eat, QUAKER, QUAKER OAT LIFE, plain: Protein percentile 68, Calorie percentile 55Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Country Bacon flavor, dry: Protein percentile 67, Calorie percentile 20Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Oatmeal, maple and brown sugar, dry: Protein percentile 61, Calorie percentile 43Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, regular (10 minute), cooked with water, with salt: Protein percentile 3, Calorie percentile 2Cereals, QUAKER, Weight Control Instant Oatmeal, banana bread: Protein percentile 96, Calorie percentile 34Cereals ready-to-eat, QUAKER, Oatmeal Squares: Protein percentile 82, Calorie percentile 59Cereals, QUAKER, hominy grits, white, regular, dry: Protein percentile 53, Calorie percentile 34Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Oatmeal, Banana Bread, dry: Protein percentile 57, Calorie percentile 43Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, CINNAMON TOASTERS: Protein percentile 15, Calorie percentile 98Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, 2 1/2 minute cook time, dry: Protein percentile 84, Calorie percentile 29Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry: Protein percentile 76, Calorie percentile 29High-cal, low-proteinHigh-cal, high-proteinLow-cal, low-proteinLow-cal, high-protein
Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry: 76th protein percentile, 29th calorie percentile among Breakfast Cereals foods
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  • Cereals ready-to-eat, POST, Shredded Wheat n' Bran, spoon-size: Protein percentile 76, Calorie percentile 19
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, FAMILIA: Protein percentile 64, Calorie percentile 73
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, QUAKER, CAP'N CRUNCH'S PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH: Protein percentile 38, Calorie percentile 96
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, POST, GOLDEN CRISP: Protein percentile 29, Calorie percentile 64
  • Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, instant, dry: Protein percentile 73, Calorie percentile 40
  • Cereals, whole wheat hot natural cereal, cooked with water, without salt: Protein percentile 9, Calorie percentile 9
  • Cereals, WHEATENA, cooked with water, with salt: Protein percentile 11, Calorie percentile 7
  • Cereals, QUAKER, oatmeal, REAL MEDLEYS, apple walnut, dry: Protein percentile 48, Calorie percentile 76
  • Cereals, Oat Bran, QUAKER, QUAKER/MOTHER'S Oat Bran, prepared with water, salt: Protein percentile 11, Calorie percentile 0
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, QUAKER, MOTHER'S Toasted Oat Bran cereal: Protein percentile 83, Calorie percentile 51
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, HONEY GRAHAM SQUARES: Protein percentile 24, Calorie percentile 86
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, RALSTON Corn Biscuits: Protein percentile 30, Calorie percentile 56
  • Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, 1 minute cook time, cooked with water, microwaved, without salt: Protein percentile 8, Calorie percentile 5
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, POST HONEY BUNCHES OF OATS with cinnamon bunches: Protein percentile 38, Calorie percentile 88
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, QUAKER, QUAKER OAT LIFE, plain: Protein percentile 68, Calorie percentile 55
  • Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Country Bacon flavor, dry: Protein percentile 67, Calorie percentile 20
  • Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Oatmeal, maple and brown sugar, dry: Protein percentile 61, Calorie percentile 43
  • Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, regular (10 minute), cooked with water, with salt: Protein percentile 3, Calorie percentile 2
  • Cereals, QUAKER, Weight Control Instant Oatmeal, banana bread: Protein percentile 96, Calorie percentile 34
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, QUAKER, Oatmeal Squares: Protein percentile 82, Calorie percentile 59
  • Cereals, QUAKER, hominy grits, white, regular, dry: Protein percentile 53, Calorie percentile 34
  • Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Oatmeal, Banana Bread, dry: Protein percentile 57, Calorie percentile 43
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, CINNAMON TOASTERS: Protein percentile 15, Calorie percentile 98
  • Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, 2 1/2 minute cook time, dry: Protein percentile 84, Calorie percentile 29
  • Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry: Protein percentile 76, Calorie percentile 29
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Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry ranks at the 76th percentile for protein and the 29th percentile for calories among Breakfast Cereals foods (n=195). That places it in the "low-cal, high-protein" quadrant, an efficient choice within this category.

  • Cereals ready-to-eat, POST, Shredded Wheat n' Bran, spoon-size: 76th protein percentile, 19th calorie percentile
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, FAMILIA: 64th protein percentile, 73rd calorie percentile
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, QUAKER, CAP'N CRUNCH'S PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH: 38th protein percentile, 96th calorie percentile
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, POST, GOLDEN CRISP: 29th protein percentile, 64th calorie percentile
  • Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, instant, dry: 73rd protein percentile, 40th calorie percentile
  • Cereals, whole wheat hot natural cereal, cooked with water, without salt: 9th protein percentile, 9th calorie percentile
  • Cereals, WHEATENA, cooked with water, with salt: 11th protein percentile, 7th calorie percentile
  • Cereals, QUAKER, oatmeal, REAL MEDLEYS, apple walnut, dry: 48th protein percentile, 76th calorie percentile
  • Cereals, Oat Bran, QUAKER, QUAKER/MOTHER'S Oat Bran, prepared with water, salt: 11th protein percentile, 0th calorie percentile
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, QUAKER, MOTHER'S Toasted Oat Bran cereal: 83rd protein percentile, 51st calorie percentile
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, HONEY GRAHAM SQUARES: 24th protein percentile, 86th calorie percentile
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, RALSTON Corn Biscuits: 30th protein percentile, 56th calorie percentile

Full Nutrient Breakdown

Every nutrient USDA reports for this food, per 100 g, with each value's share of the FDA Daily Value shown as a bar.

Macronutrients

Nutrient Amount % DV
Carbohydrate, by difference 71.1 G
26%
Energy 355 KCAL
Fiber, total dietary 4.2 G
15%
Protein 10.7 G
21%
Total Sugars 2.7 G
Total lipid (fat) 4.7 G
6%
Ash 6.7 G
Energy 1487.0 kJ
Water 6.8 G

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Folate, total 178.0 UG
Niacin 8 MG
Riboflavin 1 MG
Thiamin 1 MG
Vitamin B-12 0.4 UG
Vitamin B-6 0 MG
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 0 MG

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 409 MG
31%
Iron, Fe 38 MG
212%
Potassium, K 210 MG
4%
Sodium, Na 1930 MG
84%
Magnesium, Mg 35 MG
Phosphorus, P 95 MG
Vitamin A, IU 13 IU
Vitamin A, RAE 1.0 UG
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) 0 MG
Zinc, Zn 1 MG

Lipids

Nutrient Amount % DV
Cholesterol 1 MG
0%
Fatty acids, total saturated 1.1 G
5%
Fatty acids, total trans 0.93 G
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated 2.3 G
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated 1.1 G

Key takeaways

  • Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry delivers 10.7g of protein per 100g, more than 53% of USDA whole foods. See the protein ranking
  • It carries 355 calories per 100g - about at or above the breakfast cereals average of 328. Compare breakfast cereals
  • Its standout micronutrient is iron, fe, at 212% of the Daily Value per 100g.
  • Based on its per-100g profile, it fits high sodium patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry?
Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry contains 355 calories per 100g. It has 10.7g of protein, 4.7g of fat, and 71.1g of carbohydrates.
What are the macros in Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry?
Per 100g, Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry has 10.7g protein (12% of calories), 4.7g fat, and 71.1g carbs. Fiber: 4.2g. Sugar: 2.7g.
How much sodium is in Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry?
Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry contains 1930mg of sodium per 100g, which is 84% of the recommended daily limit (2,300mg).
Is Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry high in fiber?
Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry contains 4.2g of dietary fiber per 100g, which is 15% of the daily recommended value (28g).
Is Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry keto-friendly?
Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry has 71.1g of carbs per 100g (80% of calories), which may be too high for strict keto diets (typically under 5g net carbs per serving).
Is Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry good for a diet?
Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry has 355 calories per 100g. Fat content: 4.7g. Contains 4.2g fiber which aids digestion.
What vitamins and minerals are in Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry?
Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry is notably rich in Iron, Fe (212% DV), Calcium, Ca (31% DV). Daily-value percentages are computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis as published in FoodData Central.
How does Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry compare to other foods?
Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry provides 355 calories and 10.7g protein per 100g. That is 33 calories per gram of protein. Use our compare tool to see how it stacks up against similar foods in the Breakfast Cereals category.
What food group does Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry belong to?
Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry is classified under "Breakfast Cereals" in the USDA FoodData Central database (FDC ID: 172994).

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Data Sources & Methodology

Data from USDA FoodData Central, April 2026 release. See our methodology.

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 172994) — USDA Standard Reference database. Verify with USDA →

Source: FDA 2,000-calorie Daily Value reference — %DV computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis.

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