Know what’s on your plate
Cream of Rice cereal
Calories & nutrition facts
dry
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 370 kcal —
- Protein 6.3 g 13%
- Carbohydrate 82 g 30%
- Fat 0.5 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0.1 g 1%
- Fibre 0.7 g 3%
- Sugars 0.3 g —
- Sodium 6 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.11 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 0.1 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.51 mg 43%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.13 mg 10%
- Niacin (B3) 7.5 mg 47%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.55 mg 11%
- Vitamin B6 0.2 mg 11%
- Folate (B9) 29 µg 7%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 5.9 mg 1%
Minerals
- Calcium 5 mg 0%
- Iron 28.4 mg 158%
- Magnesium 23 mg 5%
- Phosphorus 124 mg 10%
- Potassium 143 mg 3%
- Zinc 1.1 mg 10%
- Copper 0.24 mg 27%
- Manganese 1 mg 45%
- Selenium 19 µg 35%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 | 6.3 g | 82 g | 0.5 g |
| 1 × cup (1 NLEA serving) | 45 g | 167 | 2.8 g | 37 g | 0.2 g |
| 2 × cup (1 NLEA serving) | 90 g | 333 | 5.7 g | 74 g | 0.5 g |
| ½ × cup (1 NLEA serving) | 22.5 g | 83 | 1.4 g | 18 g | 0.1 g |
| 3 × cup (1 NLEA serving) | 135 g | 500 | 8.5 g | 110 g | 0.7 g |
| 4 × cup (1 NLEA serving) | 180 g | 666 | 11 g | 147 g | 0.9 g |
Similar foods
- Cream of ricehot, dry370 kcal / 100 g
- Cream of rice powderraw366 kcal / 100 g
- Rice baby cerealdry400 kcal / 100 g
- Rice creamhomemade, without salt, without sugar71 kcal / 100 g
- Original cream of wheathot, instant, dry370 kcal / 100 g
- Oat baby cerealdry403 kcal / 100 g
- Regular cream of wheathot, dry382 kcal / 100 g
- Whole grain cream of wheathot, instant, dry333 kcal / 100 g
- Farina cerealunenriched, dry369 kcal / 100 g
- Wheat baby cerealbabyfood, dry387 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Cream of Rice cereal
How do you cook Cream of Rice cereal without lumps?
Whisk the cereal into cold water or milk before heating, then bring it to a gentle simmer while stirring. Cook for about 2–3 minutes, or follow the packet instructions if they differ.
Can you make Cream of Rice cereal with milk instead of water?
Yes. Milk makes it creamier; stir it often over a low heat because it can catch on the pan. For a dairy-free bowl, use an unsweetened plant drink or cook with water and add a splash of milk afterwards.
What can you add to Cream of Rice cereal to make it more filling?
Top it with nut butter, chopped nuts or seeds, and fruit such as banana or berries. A spoonful of yoghurt adds a cool, tangy contrast to the warm cereal.
How do you store Cream of Rice cereal after opening?
Keep the dry cereal in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry cupboard, away from steam and strong-smelling foods. Refrigerate cooked cereal promptly in a covered container and use within a few days; loosen it with a little milk or water when reheating.
Is Cream of Rice cereal the same as rice flour?
They are both made from milled rice, but Cream of Rice cereal is generally ground and processed to cook into a smooth porridge. Rice flour is used more widely in baking and cooking, and may not thicken into the same texture.
Is Cream of Rice cereal gluten-free?
Rice itself contains no gluten, but manufacturing can introduce traces from other grains. If you need to avoid gluten, choose a product specifically labelled gluten-free.
What nutrients stand out in Cream of Rice cereal?
Fortified versions can provide substantial iron; this cereal has 28.4 mg per 100 g. It also provides 0.51 mg of thiamin per 100 g.
How does Cream of Rice cereal compare with Cream of Wheat?
Cream of Wheat has more protein and fibre: 10.6 g protein and 3.3 g fibre per 100 g, compared with 6.3 g protein and 0.7 g fibre in Cream of Rice cereal. Both can be iron-fortified, so the amount depends on the product.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 173900 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
