Kashi Go Peanut Butter Crunch Cereal
Why It Scored This Way
Good overall nutrition gives this product clear value, though some processing or minor tradeoffs keep it from ranking higher.
- Protein
- Fiber
- Sodium
- Added Sugar
Verdict
Kashi Go Cereal, Peanut Butter Crunch is a crunchy, grain-based breakfast cereal with a peanut butter flavor. Its main strength is the high protein content for this food type, while its main tradeoff is the amount of added sugar. Overall, it is a more substantial alternative to traditional sweetened cereals.
How to Use This
Suitable for regular use a few times per week within a balanced diet, especially as part of a complete meal. Pair it with soy or almond milk and a handful of fresh berries for a complete breakfast bowl.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a strong combination of protein and fiber with relatively low sodium. However, the added sugar is a significant part of the calorie count.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 9g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 130mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs | 31g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber | 8g | 29% |
| Total Sugars | 10g | — |
| Added Sugars | 9g | 18% |
| Protein | 10g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 380mg | 8% |
Ingredient Analysis
The base consists of soy flakes, peanut butter, and a blend of whole grains including oats, barley, and rye. These are bound together with brown rice syrup, cane sugar, and acacia gum to create a formulated, sweetened crunch.
Ingredients
Soy Flakes, Peanut Butter (Peanuts), Brown Rice Syrup, Whole Grain Oats, Puffed Whole Grain Blend (Hard Red Wheat (Certified Transitional), Brown Rice, Barley, Rye), Cane Sugar, Expeller Pressed Canola Oil, Acacia Gum, Molasses, Sea Salt, Peanut Oil, Rosemary Extract for Freshness.
