Bran cereal with raisins

Bran cereal with raisins

250 kcal per 100 g

Category: Cereals and Grains

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 250 kcal
Protein 7g
Carbohydrates 68g
Sugars 18g
Total fats 3g
Fiber 10g

Vitamins and minerals

Folate 80mcg
Iron 3mg
Potassium 350mg
Vitamin C 1mg

Description

Raisin bran cereal is a food that combines bran from whole grains with dried raisins, creating a nutritious and energizing mixture ideal for breakfast or as a healthy snack. Bran is the outer layer of the grain, rich in dietary fiber, B-complex vitamins, and minerals, while raisins provide natural sweetness along with antioxidants and small amounts of iron and potassium.

This ingredient has its origins in traditional diets that seek to utilize all parts of the grain to provide greater nutritional value, commonly found in healthy diets around the world. In Hispanic cuisine, raisin bran cereal is used to prepare everything from cold cereals with milk or yogurt to mixes for baking breads and cookies, offering unique texture and flavor.

Among its properties, its high content of soluble and insoluble fiber stands out, which helps improve digestion and provides a feeling of fullness, its moderate contribution of slow-absorption carbohydrates and natural sugars from the raisins, which provide sustainable energy.

In different regions of Latin America, raisin bran cereal can be found under these synonyms:

  • Bran with raisins
  • Whole bran with raisins
  • Bran and raisin mix
  • Whole grain cereal with dried fruit

Including this cereal in recipes is an excellent way to enrich both traditional and modern dishes with fiber and natural sweet flavor.