USDA Standard Reference · Breakfast Cereals

Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS

According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 173000, data refreshed July 2026), nutrition facts per 100g, sourced verbatim.

354
Caloriesmoderate density
9.1g
Proteingood source · 18% DV
81.8g
Carbshigh · 30% DV
1.9g
Fatlow · 2% DV
354 calories per 100g

Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS contains 354 calories per 100g according to USDA FoodData Central. It has 9.1g of protein, 1.9g of fat, and 81.8g of carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced verbatim from the USDA Standard Reference database, refreshed July 2026.

  • More protein than 49% of USDA whole foods

The verdict

Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS is fiber-rich, with 10.9g of dietary fiber per 100g.

9.1g
protein per 100g
Top 51%
protein vs USDA whole foods
354
calories per 100g
10.9g
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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS contains 354 calories per 100g, according to the USDA FoodData Central database. It provides 9.1g of protein, 1.9g of fat, and 81.8g of carbohydrates per 100g. Dietary fiber: 10.9g. 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.

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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS is catalogued there as FDC ID 173000, 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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS reads as good fiber source, low fat, low 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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS is a carbohydrate-dense food that can serve as a quick energy source.

At 39% of the Daily Value for fiber, this is a good source that supports digestive health and may help with satiety.

Notable micronutrients include Iron, Fe (164% DV).

Allergen indicators

No FDA Big 9 major-allergen indicator was detected in the product name and brand text scan (milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame). Absence-of-flag does NOT mean allergen-free. The USDA FoodData Central release does not always include a full ingredient list, always verify with the FDA-mandated ingredient and allergen statement printed on the physical package before consumption.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 100g Amount per serving Calories 354 % Daily Value* Total Fat 2g 2% Saturated Fat 0g 1% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 18mg 1% Total Carbohydrate 82g 30% Dietary Fiber 11g 39% Total Sugars 20g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 9g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 29mg 2% Iron 29mg 164% Potassium 327mg 7% * 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

354
Calories per 100g

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

0%100%18of 2,000 kcal
354 kcal = 18% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 9.1gF: 1.9gC: 81.8g
9.1g
Protein
18% DV
1.9g
Total Fat
2% DV
81.8g
Carbs
30% DV
10.9g
Fiber
39% DV
20.0g
Sugar
no FDA DV
18mg
Sodium
1% DV

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

How Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS compares to Breakfast Cereals

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

59% Higher in protein than 59% of breakfast cereals on record.

Calories 8% above average
This food354 kcal
Category avg328 kcal
Protein 11% above average
This food9.1g
Category avg8.2g
Carbs 21% above average
This food81.8g
Category avg67.8g
Fat 52% below average
This food1.9g
Category avg4.0g

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

Where Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS ranks on protein

Its 9.1g 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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

9 49th percentile higher than 49% 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%). This entry sits in this band. 10–15: 863 USDA reference foods (11%). Above this entry. 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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS 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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS: 59th protein percentile, 28th 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, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry: Protein percentile 76, Calorie percentile 29Cereals 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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS: Protein percentile 59, Calorie percentile 28High-cal, low-proteinHigh-cal, high-proteinLow-cal, low-proteinLow-cal, high-protein
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS: 59th protein percentile, 28th 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, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry: Protein percentile 76, Calorie percentile 29
  • 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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS: Protein percentile 59, Calorie percentile 28
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Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS ranks at the 59th percentile for protein and the 28th 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, QUAKER, Instant Grits, Ham 'n' Cheese flavor, dry: 76th protein percentile, 29th 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 81.8 G
30%
Energy 354 KCAL
Fiber, total dietary 10.9 G
39%
Protein 9.1 G
18%
Total Sugars 20.0 G
Total lipid (fat) 1.9 G
2%
Alcohol, ethyl 0.00 G
Ash 1.7 G
Caffeine 0 MG
Energy 1480.0 kJ
Theobromine 0 MG
Water 5.5 G

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Choline, total 26 MG
Folate, DFE 1216.0 UG
Folate, food 28.0 UG
Folate, total 727.0 UG
Folic acid 699.0 UG
Niacin 9 MG
Riboflavin 1 MG
Thiamin 1 MG
Vitamin B-12 2.7 UG
Vitamin B-12, added 2.7 UG
Vitamin B-6 1 MG
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 0 MG
Vitamin E, added 0 MG
Vitamin K (phylloquinone) 1.6 UG

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 29 MG
2%
Iron, Fe 29 MG
164%
Potassium, K 327 MG
7%
Sodium, Na 18 MG
1%
Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units 0 IU
0%
Carotene, alpha 0.0 UG
Carotene, beta 0.0 UG
Copper, Cu 0 MG
Cryptoxanthin, beta 0.0 UG
Lycopene 0.0 UG
Magnesium, Mg 100 MG
Phosphorus, P 273 MG
Retinol 0.0 UG
Selenium, Se 52.0 UG
Vitamin A, IU 0 IU
Vitamin A, RAE 0.0 UG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3) 0.0 UG
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) 0.0 UG
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) 1 MG
Zinc, Zn 7 MG

Lipids

Nutrient Amount % DV
Cholesterol 0 MG
0%
Fatty acids, total saturated 0.23 G
1%
Fatty acids, total trans 0.00 G
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated 0.80 G
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated 0.72 G
MUFA 16:1 0.00 G
MUFA 18:1 0.77 G
MUFA 20:1 0.03 G
MUFA 22:1 0.00 G
PUFA 18:2 0.68 G
PUFA 18:3 0.04 G
PUFA 18:4 0.00 G
PUFA 20:3 0.00 G
PUFA 20:4 0.00 G
PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) 0.00 G
PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) 0.00 G
PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) 0.00 G
SFA 10:0 0.00 G
SFA 12:0 0.00 G
SFA 14:0 0.00 G
SFA 16:0 0.22 G
SFA 18:0 0.01 G
SFA 4:0 0.00 G
SFA 6:0 0.00 G
SFA 8:0 0.00 G

Other

Nutrient Amount % DV
Lutein + zeaxanthin 184.0 UG

Key takeaways

  • Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS delivers 9.1g of protein per 100g, more than 49% of USDA whole foods. See the protein ranking
  • It carries 354 calories per 100g - about at or above the breakfast cereals average of 328. Compare breakfast cereals
  • Its standout micronutrient is iron, fe, at 164% of the Daily Value per 100g.
  • Based on its per-100g profile, it fits good fiber source, low fat, low sodium patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS contains 354 calories per 100g. It has 9.1g of protein, 1.9g of fat, and 81.8g of carbohydrates.
What are the macros in Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS?
Per 100g, Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS has 9.1g protein (10% of calories), 1.9g fat, and 81.8g carbs. Fiber: 10.9g. Sugar: 20.0g.
How much sodium is in Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS contains 18mg of sodium per 100g, which is 1% of the recommended daily limit (2,300mg).
Is Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS high in fiber?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS contains 10.9g of dietary fiber per 100g, which is 39% of the daily recommended value (28g). This is considered a good source of fiber.
Is Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS keto-friendly?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS has 81.8g of carbs per 100g (92% of calories), which may be too high for strict keto diets (typically under 5g net carbs per serving).
Is Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS good for a diet?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS has 354 calories per 100g. Fat content: 1.9g. Contains 10.9g fiber which aids digestion.
What vitamins and minerals are in Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS is notably rich in Iron, Fe (164% DV). Daily-value percentages are computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis as published in FoodData Central.
How does Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS compare to other foods?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS provides 354 calories and 9.1g protein per 100g. That is 39 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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS belong to?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Frosted Mini SPOONERS is classified under "Breakfast Cereals" in the USDA FoodData Central database (FDC ID: 173000).

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Data Sources & Methodology

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

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 173000) — 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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