Look for Whole Grain

Whole grain cereals are a much better choice than the processed, over-refined cereals that contain refined grains. Whole grains are heart-healthy and are more nutritious in general than the alternative, which is often found in cheap, sugary cereals.

Avoid Excess Added Sugars

Added sugars are another no-no when buying cereal, especially when they are found in large quantities. If you eat cereals that contain added sugars, this can lead to a blood sugar spike and a “sugar buzz,” which will later wear off as the morning goes by, making you feel sluggish.

Dried Fruits Are a Plus

Even if you don’t have the time or ability to add sliced fruits or berries to your cereal at breakfast time, there are plenty of varieties sold that contain dried fruits. These are a great way to make cereal sweeter in a healthy way, while adding to your consumption of this nutritious part of the food pyramid.

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Ditch Sugar

One of the biggest problems with cereal is that most of the popular varieties contain a lot of sugar. Sugary cereals usually aren’t very fiber-rich and contain about one gram of fiber per serving. You should avoid cereals that fall under this category and go for the ones that have at least three grams of fiber per serving.

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Whole Grain Cereals

If you’re not sure which cereal to choose because you’re overwhelmed by too many options, take whole grain cereals into the consideration. They’re a much better pick than highly processed, sugary cereals because they usually contain a recommended amount of fiber.

Healthy Toppings

You can also easily up the fiber content of your breakfast cereal by using the right toppings. Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds are some of the most popular healthy options on the market, but it’s important to use them in moderation so you wouldn’t transform your breakfast cereal into a calorie bomb.

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One of my favorite ways to do this is to add sliced fruit or berries to my cereals every morning. Here are three fruits that you can try!

Banana

Slicing a banana and putting in on my cereal is a tradition I have kept going since I was a young kid. Adding the delicious sweetness to a normal type of cereal makes for both a sweet and a nutritious breakfast choice.

Strawberries

A handful of strawberries sliced up and placed upon a bed of cereal and milk is another great way to kick off your morning. The sweet and tangy flavor of these berries work together perfectly with the flavors of milk and the grains that make up cereal.

Blueberries

Finally, if you want a super easy choice that you don’t even have to use a knife to slice up to put in your cereal, why not try blueberries? These tart and slightly sweet little berries are a great option, if you’re looking for a simple choice that isn’t as sweet as the two previous options.

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Pancake Cereal

Pancake cereal has been around long before TikTok came into the picture, but the viral videos on this app reminded us how simple it is to make it and helped it go mainstream this summer.

Cookie Cereal

Pre-made cookie dough has also been used in the creation of cereal, and its crunchy flavor and easy baking method made it extremely popular with cereal lovers everywhere.

Cinnamon Roll Cereal

If you prefer cereal with fluffy and soft ingredients, cinnamon roll cereal is just the thing for you. It takes a little bit more effort than the majority of other viral recipes, but it’s totally worth it.

Donut Cereal

Donut cereal makes more sense than any other cereal trend this year because many popular types of this breakfast food look like tiny donuts in the first place.

Croissant Cereal

Croissant cereal is one of the wildest food trends TikTok gave us this year, and you’ll have a much easier time pulling it off if you buy tiny croissants instead of making your own.

The post 5 Viral Cereal Trends You Should Know About appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Cornflakes

Everyone loves fried chicken, but no one needs all those calories and fat from deep frying. Instead, make this cornflakes-crusted baked chicken and get all the crunch you need to be satisfied!

Simply crush up some cornflakes and mix them with melted butter. Combine an egg with 1 teaspoon of water and mix well. Dip your chicken into the egg mixture and then roll it around in the cornflakes. Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 minutes and you have a delicious crunchy dinner!

Cereal Treats

A classic childhood sweet snack is the Rice Krispies treat. Instead of making it with puffed rice cereal, you can use whatever you have on hand, which makes this recipe fun and super flexible!

If you want to keep the sweetness in check, use cheerios. But if you want to go the sugary route, go for it! Just melt marshmallows and butter together in a saucepan, pour in your cereal, and coat well. Pour into a greased dish, chill, cut, and enjoy!

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Look for Whole Grain

Whole grain cereals are a much better choice than the processed, over-refined cereals that contain refined grains. Whole grains are heart-healthy and are more nutritious in general than the alternative, which is often found in cheap, sugary cereals.

Avoid Excess Added Sugars

Added sugars are another no-no when buying cereal, especially when they are found in large quantities. If you eat cereals that contain added sugars, this can lead to a blood sugar spike and a “sugar buzz,” which will later wear off as the morning goes by, making you feel sluggish.

Dried Fruits Are a Plus

Even if you don’t have the time or ability to add sliced fruits or berries to your cereal at breakfast time, there are plenty of varieties sold that contain dried fruits. These are a great way to make cereal sweeter in a healthy way, while adding to your consumption of this nutritious part of the food pyramid.

The post How to Choose a Healthy Breakfast Cereal appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Ditch Sugar

One of the biggest problems with cereal is that most of the popular varieties contain a lot of sugar. Sugary cereals usually aren’t very fiber-rich and contain about one gram of fiber per serving. You should avoid cereals that fall under this category and go for the ones that have at least three grams of fiber per serving.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Shaana Levy-Bahl (@shaanalevy)

Whole Grain Cereals

If you’re not sure which cereal to choose because you’re overwhelmed by too many options, take whole grain cereals into the consideration. They’re a much better pick than highly processed, sugary cereals because they usually contain a recommended amount of fiber.

Healthy Toppings

You can also easily up the fiber content of your breakfast cereal by using the right toppings. Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds are some of the most popular healthy options on the market, but it’s important to use them in moderation so you wouldn’t transform your breakfast cereal into a calorie bomb.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by MAKENZIE (@goodfoodgoodrun)

The post Top 3 Tips for Increasing the Fiber Content of Your Breakfast Cereal appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

One of my favorite ways to do this is to add sliced fruit or berries to my cereals every morning. Here are three fruits that you can try!

Banana

Slicing a banana and putting in on my cereal is a tradition I have kept going since I was a young kid. Adding the delicious sweetness to a normal type of cereal makes for both a sweet and a nutritious breakfast choice.

Strawberries

A handful of strawberries sliced up and placed upon a bed of cereal and milk is another great way to kick off your morning. The sweet and tangy flavor of these berries work together perfectly with the flavors of milk and the grains that make up cereal.

Blueberries

Finally, if you want a super easy choice that you don’t even have to use a knife to slice up to put in your cereal, why not try blueberries? These tart and slightly sweet little berries are a great option, if you’re looking for a simple choice that isn’t as sweet as the two previous options.

The post Spice Up Your Cereal with These Fruit Toppings appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Pancake Cereal

Pancake cereal has been around long before TikTok came into the picture, but the viral videos on this app reminded us how simple it is to make it and helped it go mainstream this summer.

Cookie Cereal

Pre-made cookie dough has also been used in the creation of cereal, and its crunchy flavor and easy baking method made it extremely popular with cereal lovers everywhere.

Cinnamon Roll Cereal

If you prefer cereal with fluffy and soft ingredients, cinnamon roll cereal is just the thing for you. It takes a little bit more effort than the majority of other viral recipes, but it’s totally worth it.

Donut Cereal

Donut cereal makes more sense than any other cereal trend this year because many popular types of this breakfast food look like tiny donuts in the first place.

Croissant Cereal

Croissant cereal is one of the wildest food trends TikTok gave us this year, and you’ll have a much easier time pulling it off if you buy tiny croissants instead of making your own.

The post 5 Viral Cereal Trends You Should Know About appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Cornflakes

Everyone loves fried chicken, but no one needs all those calories and fat from deep frying. Instead, make this cornflakes-crusted baked chicken and get all the crunch you need to be satisfied!

Simply crush up some cornflakes and mix them with melted butter. Combine an egg with 1 teaspoon of water and mix well. Dip your chicken into the egg mixture and then roll it around in the cornflakes. Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 minutes and you have a delicious crunchy dinner!

Cereal Treats

A classic childhood sweet snack is the Rice Krispies treat. Instead of making it with puffed rice cereal, you can use whatever you have on hand, which makes this recipe fun and super flexible!

If you want to keep the sweetness in check, use cheerios. But if you want to go the sugary route, go for it! Just melt marshmallows and butter together in a saucepan, pour in your cereal, and coat well. Pour into a greased dish, chill, cut, and enjoy!

The post Take Cereal Beyond Your Breakfast Bowl appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.