Quaker Harvest Crunch
Nutritional analysis: The cereal and snack nutri-nutrient composition of this sweet treat are remarkably similar to that of a granola bar. There are around 20 active ingredients, which include corn, wheat, and oats. There are also several fat-soluble vitamins, vitamin E, niacin, and iron found in a granola bar. There is no fiber, though, and since fiber is a good thing for us, we probably wouldn't eat it enough to get our recommended daily allowance of it.
Ingredients: oats, sunflower oil, salt, and honey. The crunch cereal is made with a combination of granola, nuts, and a bit of vanilla flavored sweetener. It's nice because the flavor combinations allow you to have your choice between crunch cereal and granola cereal and not just be stuck with one or the other. Although you can add some milk or yogurt to the cereal for an added moisture boost.
Nutrition: The cereal is okay. Not as healthy as I'd hoped for, but that may be because I'm allergic to oats. Other than that, the cereal is fine. I like the taste of the honey compared to the raisins. I also enjoy the granola and fruit content. I guess the bran is filler?
Calorie density: The calories in this superfood are not bad. In fact, they're quite healthy, especially considering the protein content. Even with all of the fats and carbs, this is still a fairly low-calorie food. In addition, unlike other sweet cereals, Quaker Harvest Crunch has zero calories from fat. harvest crunch granola nutrition Since it has lots of whole grain oats, that means less fat.
Balance: I feel that the oats and the bran are a bit uneven in terms of how they make you feel. The bran is sweeter and I prefer the oats. However, if you eat too many eggs, this could balance itself out. Overall, I'd give this a medium mark for balance.
Packaging: The Quaker harvest crunch is packaged as a Ready to Eat cereal. The texture is somewhat compressed. It looks sort of like you stuffed a large bag of beans into a blender. I suppose this is good because it makes it easier to serve (especially if you have a huge crowd to feed). The packaging also has an impressive lack of plastic, which is definitely a big plus.
Taste: As with most Quaker products, this is a well balanced, richly textured, and satisfying bowl of cereal. The flavour combinations are great with the granola and the wafers. There isn't too much sweetness, which is nice, and there is some crunch without being too syrupy. Overall, a really good choice if you are looking for a solid all round breakfast cereal that is tasty and satisfying. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a simple yet delicious Quaker cereal.
Price: Just over one hundred and forty-nine pounds for the box. I'm not sure why Quaker decided to price it so low. It's not hard to find other brands that are more expensive. I'm expecting that since Quaker is a bigger company that they have lower prices than other companies. Either way, it's still an amazing cereal and I would highly recommend it. I would imagine that once I've had enough of the Quaker variety, I will go back for another harvest crunch flavor.
Flavor: What makes this cereal stand out from the rest of the market is the unique "Quaker Harvest Crunch" flavour. This is made with organic walnuts and maple syrup as the main flavouring agent. It also contains various types of pears and pecans, as well as rice bran and flax seed. The cereal is very sweet, so it goes down easy. For those on a diet, or wanting to cut back on salt, the maple syrup and walnuts help with that goal.
The Quaker version of this cereal includes all of the above but also includes a large helping of pears, pecans, and corn as well as some nice granola oats to help sweeten it up. I love that the cereal doesn't taste like cardboard, it's colourful, and has a very rich nutty flavour. I also really enjoy the walnuts and maple syrup in this cereal, making it a very satisfying snack.
When trying to decide which Quaker Harvest Crunch to try, be sure to read the ingredients listed on the back of the container to see exactly what the cereal is made with. You don't want to get one that says it contains walnuts, when it's actually made with organic walnuts, and only contains trace amounts of maple syrup. Also, be sure to read the nutritional information on the back of the container to ensure you are getting enough of the vitamins and minerals your body needs. I usually combine the cereal in my lunch box, and snack on it throughout the day.