​​​​Cheerios FAQs​​​

What does Cheerios put in its cereals, and what does it leave out?

Cheerios cereals are made with whole grain oats as the first ingredient. Both original and Honey Nut Cheerios are gluten free and contain no artificial flavors or colors. Honey Nut Cheerios is made with real honey. Ingredients vary across Cheerios products, so check the label for the full list of ingredients, specific ingredient allergens, and other disclaimers.

What is the difference between Honey Nut Cheerios and Cheerios Protein?

​Honey Nut Cheerios Protein features the familiar flavor you love, now with 8g protein per serving! Both Honey Nut Cheerios and Honey Nut Cheerios Protein are gluten free and are made with real honey.

Are Cheerios cereals made with whole grain oats?

Yes. Whole grain oats are the first ingredient in Cheerios cereals, including Honey Nut Cheerios and Cheerios Protein. A serving of Honey Nut Cheerios has 22g of whole grain (48g recommended daily), against the at-least-48g recommended daily. Cheerios Protein has 12g of whole grain per serving.

How long has Cheerios been around?

​​​Cheerios was introduced on May 1, 1941, as CheeriOats, before being shortened to Cheerios in 1945.​​​​​​Honey Nut Cheerios was introduced in 1979. Whole grain oats have stayed the base of the cereal throughout, toasted into the signature O shape.

Numbers below are per 3/4 cup serving.

What are the ingredients in Honey Nut Cheerios?

Whole grain oats are the first ingredient. The cereal is sweetened with sugar, real honey, and brown sugar syrup, and finished with natural almond flavor. It is made with no artificial flavors and no artificial colors​ and fortified with vitamins and minerals​.​ ​For a complete list of ingredients, please view the product page.

Is Honey Nut Cheerios made with real honey?

Yes. ​Honey Nut Cheerios is made with real honey. ​ Honey Nut Cheerios has no artificial flavors and no artificial colors.

How much whole grain, fiber, and vitamins are in Honey Nut Cheerios?

Each serving of Honey Nut Cheerios has 22g of whole grain per serving (48g recommended daily)​​, 3g of dietary fiber,​​ and is fortified with 12 essential vitamins and minerals, including 20% of the Daily Value of Vitamin D and 20% of the Daily Value of Iron. Honey Nut Cheerios is a good source of calcium.

How can I make Honey Nut Cheerios more filling?

​​A​dd milk or plain Greek yogurt for protein, top with sliced banana or berries for fiber, or sprinkle on nuts or seeds for healthy fats.

Is Honey Nut Cheerios heart healthy?

Honey Nut Cheerios provides 0.75g of soluble fiber per serving from whole grain oats. As part of a heart healthy diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, 3g of soluble fiber daily from whole grain oat foods may help lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Is Honey Nut Cheerios gluten free?

Yes. Honey Nut Cheerios is gluten free. Cheerios are made with naturally gluten free oats that are milled to separate out any stray grains of wheat, barley and rye. The oats are then tested to verify the gluten free benefit. ​​​​Check the allergen statement on the box​ for the most complete and accurate information​.

How many servings are in a box of Honey Nut Cheerios?

​​​The number of servings varies depending on the size.​ ​The serving size for Honey Nut Cheerios is 1 cup (37g).

Cheerios Protein comes in Cookies & Crème, Honey Nut, Cinnamon, and Strawberry. Numbers below are per serving and apply across flavors unless a value varies by flavor, which is noted in red.

How much protein is in Cheerios Protein, and where does it come from?

Each serving has 8g of protein from a combination of whole grain oats and pea protein. Adding 3/4 cup of skim milk to one serving of Cheerios Protein, brings it to 14g of protein per serving. See the nutrition panel for the % Daily Value of protein.

Is Cheerios Protein a high-protein cereal?

Cheerios Protein is a good source of protein. It has 8g of protein per serving, and adding 3/4 cup of skim milk to one serving of Cheerios Protein, brings it to 14g of protein.

How much sugar is in Cheerios Protein?

Sugar varies by flavor​, listed below:

​​​​Honey Nut Cheerios Protein: 12g​​​

​​​Cookies & Crème Cheerios Protein: 11g​​​

​​​​Cinnamon Cheerios Protein: 12g​​​

​​​Strawberry Cheerios Protein: 12g​

Why does Cheerios Protein include pea protein, and what is it?

Pea protein is a plant-based protein​ derived​ from yellow split peas. Combined with whole grain oats, brings​​ ​each serving​ of Cheerios Protein​ to 8g​ of protein​. It contains all nine essential amino acids and is gluten free.

Is Cheerios Protein gluten free?

Yes. Cheerios Protein is gluten free. Cheerios are made with naturally gluten free oats that are milled to separate out any stray grains of wheat, barely and rye. The oats are then tested to verify the gluten free benefit. ​​C​heck the allergen statement on the box​ for the most complete and accurate information​.

Who is Cheerios Protein designed for?

Cheerios Protein is made for families and everyday consumers who want more protein than traditional cereals without switching to a specialty brand. It works for kids and adults who want a good source of protein in a familiar Cheerios format. It fits breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a topping on Greek yogurt.