Fruity Pebbles cereal

Fruity Pebbles cereal

150 kcal per 100 g

Category: Cereals and Grains

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 150 kcal
Protein 2g
Carbohydrates 35g
Sugars 12g
Total fats 1g
Saturated fats 0.2g
Fiber 1.7g

Vitamins and minerals

Calcium 100mg
Folate 25mcg
Iron 8mg
Potassium 110mg
Vitamin C 12mg

Description

Fruity Pebbles is a sweet and crunchy cereal, known for its colorful appearance that combines vibrant shades of yellow, orange, red, green, and purple. This cereal is primarily made from puffed rice and flavored with artificial fruit flavors, giving it a very characteristic sweet and fruity taste.

Originating in the United States, Fruity Pebbles was introduced in the 1970s by the company Post Consumer Brands. Since then, it has become a popular breakfast cereal and an ingredient in creative recipes, such as cereal bars, desserts, and homemade snacks.

Regarding its properties, it is a quick source of energy due to its content of simple carbohydrates and added sugar, although it is low in fiber and fat. It is not an especially nutritious cereal, but its color and flavor make it a fun and eye-catching ingredient for sweet preparations.

As for synonyms in Latin American Spanish, this cereal does not have a generic name, as "Fruity Pebbles" is the registered trademark. However, it can be referred to as crunchy fruit cereal or multicolored sweet rice cereal in general descriptions, although it is most common to use its original name even in Spanish recipes.