🥣🥜 HEART Exam: EnviroKidz Peanut Butter Panda Puffs Cereal
Before we start:
I was in Indianapolis to support a friend, so I shopped at Whole Foods. There may be cheaper places to get this cereal, but Whole Foods has a LOT of safe, gluten- and dairy-free options in one spot — efficiency and safety were my priorities. 🛒💛
H = Health 🩺
Nutrition 📊
Calories: 170 per 1 cup serving
Fat: 4.5g (1.5g saturated)
Carbohydrates: 31g (3g fiber)
Protein: 3g
Micronutrients: small amount of iron
Certified gluten-free, non-GMO, kosher, and vegan. Free from high fructose corn syrup, artificial colors, and preservatives.
Ingredients 🔍
Whole grain cornmeal, cane sugar, peanut butter, corn bran, palm oil, sea salt, and vitamins.
MyPlate Teaching 🍽️
Grain: whole grain cornmeal
Protein: 3g per serving (from peanut butter and corn)
Tip: Add fruit (berries or banana) and a dairy-free milk alternative to balance this breakfast for vitamins, fiber, and calcium.
E = Eating 😋
Taste 👅
Sweet and nostalgic — reminiscent of the classic peanut butter cereals I loved as a kid. Peanut flavor is noticeable but not overpowering.
Texture 🥄
Crunchy puffs that hold up well in milk alternatives. To avoid staleness, seal the bag tightly after opening.
How I Use It 🍽️
Classic with almond or oat milk
Crumbled into yogurt alternatives
Topped with sliced banana or berries for extra nutrition
A = Accessibility 💸🛒
Store: Whole Foods (Indianapolis)
Price: $4.99 for 10.6 oz
Notes: May be found at other grocers, but I grabbed mine at Whole Foods for convenience and safety.
R = Rhythm Rating ❤️🔥
Sinus Rhythm — reliable, tasty, and allergen-friendly cereal option.
T = Tell Others & Tips 📣
Great for kids and adults who need a gluten- and dairy-free breakfast
Nutrition Tip: Add fruit + dairy-free milk to round out the meal for fiber, vitamins, and calcium
Live safe, happy, healthy 💛