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[http://www2.kelloggs.com/product/productdetail.aspx?product=449 kellogg's corn flakes <sup>®</sup>]

GrainsYear-round

Fortified with B vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, B6, B12) and iron, making it a significant source of these micronutrients when consumed with milk. Contains minimal fat and protein but provides carbohydrates from the corn grain and added sugars.

About

Kellogg's Corn Flakes is a breakfast cereal made from milled corn (maize), produced by the Kellogg Company since 1906. The ingredient consists of corn that has been cleaned, milled, and formed into thin flakes through a toasting process. The resulting product is light, crispy, and golden in color, with a mild, slightly sweet corn flavor derived from the grain itself. Modern formulations include added sugars, vitamins, and minerals for nutritional fortification, along with preservatives to maintain shelf stability. The cereal is characterized by its uniform flake structure and quick softening in milk.

Culinary Uses

Kellogg's Corn Flakes is primarily consumed as a ready-to-eat breakfast cereal, typically served with milk and optionally fresh fruit or sweeteners. It is eaten cold directly from the box or bowl, though it can also be incorporated into recipes as a coating for fried foods (particularly chicken and fish), crushed into breadcrumbs for baking applications, or used as a textural component in desserts and snack bars. In addition to direct consumption, the cereal serves as a convenient breakfast option due to its minimal preparation requirements and long shelf life.