USDA Standard Reference · Breakfast Cereals

Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS

According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 173909, data refreshed July 2026), nutrition facts per 100g, sourced verbatim.

387
Caloriesmoderate density
6.9g
Proteingood source · 14% DV
82.8g
Carbshigh · 30% DV
3.5g
Fatmoderate · 5% DV
387 calories per 100g

Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS contains 387 calories per 100g according to USDA FoodData Central. It has 6.9g of protein, 3.5g of fat, and 82.8g of carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced verbatim from the USDA Standard Reference database, refreshed July 2026.

  • More protein than 42% of USDA whole foods

The verdict

Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS is sugar-heavy, with 40.9g of sugar per 100g.

6.9g
protein per 100g
Top 58%
protein vs USDA whole foods
387
calories per 100g
4.9g
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, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS contains 387 calories per 100g, according to the USDA FoodData Central database. It provides 6.9g of protein, 3.5g of fat, and 82.8g of carbohydrates per 100g. Dietary fiber: 4.9g. 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.

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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS is catalogued there as FDC ID 173909, 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, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS 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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS is a carbohydrate-dense food that can serve as a quick energy source.

At 18% of the Daily Value for fiber, it contributes moderately to daily fiber intake.

Notable micronutrients include Iron, Fe (167% DV), and Calcium, Ca (26% DV).

Note: at 667mg per 100g (29% of the 2,300mg daily limit), this food is relatively high in sodium. Those monitoring salt intake should factor this in.

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 387 % Daily Value* Total Fat 4g 5% Saturated Fat 0.7g 4% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 667mg 29% Total Carbohydrate 83g 30% Dietary Fiber 5g 18% Total Sugars 41g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 7g Vitamin D 133mcg 665% Calcium 333mg 26% Iron 30mg 167% Potassium 186mg 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

387
Calories per 100g

387 kcal = 19% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value

0%100%19of 2,000 kcal
387 kcal = 19% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 6.9gF: 3.5gC: 82.8g
6.9g
Protein
14% DV
3.5g
Total Fat
5% DV
82.8g
Carbs
30% DV
4.9g
Fiber
18% DV
40.9g
Sugar
no FDA DV
667mg
Sodium
29% 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, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS compares to Breakfast Cereals

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

37% Higher in protein than 37% of breakfast cereals on record.

Calories 18% above average
This food387 kcal
Category avg328 kcal
Protein 15% below average
This food6.9g
Category avg8.2g
Carbs 22% above average
This food82.8g
Category avg67.8g
Fat 13% below average
This food3.5g
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, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS ranks on protein

Its 6.9g 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, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

7 42nd percentile higher than 42% 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, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS 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, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS: 37th protein percentile, 72nd 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 Enriched Wheat Bran flakes: Protein percentile 70, Calorie percentile 76Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, 1 minute cook time, cooked with water, stove-top, without salt: Protein percentile 4, Calorie percentile 6Cereals ready-to-eat, POST, HONEY BUNCHES OF OATS, with real strawberries: Protein percentile 36, Calorie percentile 87Cereals ready-to-eat, QUAKER, KING VITAMAN: Protein percentile 34, Calorie percentile 65Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, cheddar cheese flavor, dry: Protein percentile 58, Calorie percentile 37Cereals, oats, instant, fortified, with cinnamon and spice, prepared with water: Protein percentile 13, Calorie percentile 15Cereals, 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, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS: Protein percentile 37, Calorie percentile 72High-cal, low-proteinHigh-cal, high-proteinLow-cal, low-proteinLow-cal, high-protein
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS: 37th protein percentile, 72nd 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 Enriched Wheat Bran flakes: Protein percentile 70, Calorie percentile 76
  • Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, 1 minute cook time, cooked with water, stove-top, without salt: Protein percentile 4, Calorie percentile 6
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, POST, HONEY BUNCHES OF OATS, with real strawberries: Protein percentile 36, Calorie percentile 87
  • Cereals ready-to-eat, QUAKER, KING VITAMAN: Protein percentile 34, Calorie percentile 65
  • Cereals, QUAKER, corn grits, instant, cheddar cheese flavor, dry: Protein percentile 58, Calorie percentile 37
  • Cereals, oats, instant, fortified, with cinnamon and spice, prepared with water: Protein percentile 13, Calorie percentile 15
  • 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, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS: Protein percentile 37, Calorie percentile 72
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Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS ranks at the 37th percentile for protein and the 72nd percentile for calories among Breakfast Cereals foods (n=195). That places it in the "high-cal, low-protein" quadrant relative to its category peers.

  • 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 Enriched Wheat Bran flakes: 70th protein percentile, 76th 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 82.8 G
30%
Energy 387 KCAL
Fiber, total dietary 4.9 G
18%
Protein 6.9 G
14%
Total Sugars 40.9 G
Total lipid (fat) 3.5 G
5%
Alcohol, ethyl 0.00 G
Ash 4.6 G
Caffeine 0 MG
Energy 1620.0 kJ
Theobromine 0 MG
Water 2.2 G

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Choline, total 19 MG
Folate, DFE 1120.0 UG
Folate, food 19.0 UG
Folate, total 667.0 UG
Folic acid 648.0 UG
Niacin 17 MG
Riboflavin 1 MG
Thiamin 1 MG
Vitamin B-12 5.0 UG
Vitamin B-12, added 5.0 UG
Vitamin B-6 2 MG
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 20 MG
Vitamin E, added 0 MG
Vitamin K (phylloquinone) 0.9 UG

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 333 MG
26%
Iron, Fe 30 MG
167%
Potassium, K 186 MG
4%
Sodium, Na 667 MG
29%
Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units 133 IU
17%
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 71 MG
Phosphorus, P 232 MG
Retinol 500.0 UG
Selenium, Se 14.6 UG
Vitamin A, IU 1667 IU
Vitamin A, RAE 500.0 UG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3) 3.3 UG
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) 3.3 UG
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) 0 MG
Zinc, Zn 13 MG

Lipids

Nutrient Amount % DV
Cholesterol 0 MG
0%
Fatty acids, total saturated 0.72 G
4%
Fatty acids, total trans 0.00 G
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated 1.4 G
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated 1.3 G
MUFA 16:1 0.01 G
MUFA 18:1 1.4 G
MUFA 20:1 0.00 G
MUFA 22:1 0.00 G
PUFA 18:2 1.2 G
PUFA 18:3 0.06 G
PUFA 18:4 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 0.01 G
SFA 14:0 0.01 G
SFA 16:0 0.61 G
SFA 18:0 0.04 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 76.0 UG

Key takeaways

  • Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS delivers 6.9g of protein per 100g, more than 42% of USDA whole foods. See the protein ranking
  • It carries 387 calories per 100g - about at or above the breakfast cereals average of 328. Compare breakfast cereals
  • Its standout micronutrient is iron, fe, at 167% 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 ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS contains 387 calories per 100g. It has 6.9g of protein, 3.5g of fat, and 82.8g of carbohydrates.
What are the macros in Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS?
Per 100g, Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS has 6.9g protein (7% of calories), 3.5g fat, and 82.8g carbs. Fiber: 4.9g. Sugar: 40.9g.
How much sodium is in Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS contains 667mg of sodium per 100g, which is 29% of the recommended daily limit (2,300mg).
Is Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS high in fiber?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS contains 4.9g of dietary fiber per 100g, which is 18% of the daily recommended value (28g).
Is Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS keto-friendly?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS has 82.8g of carbs per 100g (86% 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, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS good for a diet?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS has 387 calories per 100g. Fat content: 3.5g. Contains 4.9g fiber which aids digestion.
What vitamins and minerals are in Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS is notably rich in Iron, Fe (167% DV), Calcium, Ca (26% 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, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS compare to other foods?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS provides 387 calories and 6.9g protein per 100g. That is 56 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, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS belong to?
Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, MARSHMALLOW MATEYS is classified under "Breakfast Cereals" in the USDA FoodData Central database (FDC ID: 173909).

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Data Sources & Methodology

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

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 173909) — 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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