Cereal, Breakfast Food, Grain Product | Low Fat Vegetarian

Special K Cereal

Triticum aestivum Allergens: Wheat, Barley
Special K Cereal

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Western
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Rice, Wheat, Barley

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A popular breakfast cereal made from lightly toasted rice and wheat flakes, known for its crisp texture.

Sensory Profile

TasteMild, Subtly Sweet, Toasted Grain
TextureCrisp, Crunchy, Flaky
AromaToasted, Grainy, Mildly Sweet
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 30g
Calories370 kcal
Total Fat1g
Saturated Fat0.2g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein12g
Total Carbohydrate78g
Dietary Fiber4g
Total Sugars10g
Calcium100mg
Iron8mg
Potassium200mg

Chef’s Secret

For a quick crispy coating on chicken or fish, crush Special K cereal and use it as breading. It offers a lighter crunch than traditional breadcrumbs.

Substitutions

Best Match

Corn Flakes

1:1

Similar crisp texture and mild flavor, though made from corn.

Rice Krispies

1:1

Lighter, crisper texture, mainly rice-based, less flaky.

Shredded Wheat

1:1

Wholly wheat-based, less sweet, but offers a similar crunchy, fiber-rich base.

Granola

1:1

Crunchier, often sweeter, and nuttier, but a good alternative for texture and breakfast base.

Buying Guide

Check for sugar content and fiber if dietary goals are specific. Look for multi-grain varieties for added nutrients.

Flavor Pairings

Milk fresh fruit yogurt used in crumb toppings for baked goods or breading for chicken.