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General Mills Is Releasing These 8 New Cereals

The line-up includes updated takes on Cheerios and other iconic brands.
FACT CHECKED BY Faye Brennan

Many Americans agree that one specific breakfast food is the tastiest way to kick off the day. Whether you like Cinnamon Toast Crunch or Reese's Puffs, nothing beats that feeling of satisfaction when ice cold milk hits a freshly poured bowl of cereal. Though a certain brand likely claims a spot in your kitchen pantry, it's always fun to step outside of your comfort zone at the grocery store. Thanks to one beloved cereal maker, there are not one but eight different opportunities to do so.

General Mills just unveiled eight new cereals, which include updated takes on three of the most popular cereals in America alongside a new box inspired by a fan-favorite superhero series. Plus, there's an entire product line featuring cereals made with real nut butters and ample servings of whole grains. (Related: The 100 Unhealthiest Foods On the Planet)

Kicking things off is CinnaGraham Toast Crunch, which combines the sweet honey flavor of graham crackers with that iconic cinnamon taste that warms your heart. Next comes Reese's Puffs Cluster Crunch, which provides a new bite courtesy of light and crispy corn cereal clusters. In its final twist on the classics, General Mills is offering Strawberry Banana Cheerios, which are made using real strawberry and banana purée. 

If your kids aren't already fans of Cinnamon Toast Crunch or Reese's Puffs, there's another fun option for them available in this new line-up. PJ Masks Cereal, which is based on the beloved series of the same name, offers a way for your kiddos to enjoy their animated friends away from the screen. The official flavor of this corn cereal is "midnight berry," and it includes colorful marshmallows. 

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Followers of the keto diet are going to be buzzing about :ratio Keto Granola, which promises to serve up everything you love about the brand's granola bars in bowl form. These keto-friendly and protein-forward options come in Coconut Almond and Toasted Almond flavors. Each serving packs more of what matters: There are 8 grams of protein versus 1 gram of sugar. The ingredients list includes almonds, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds. 

Finally, there's an entirely brand-line of nutrient-packed cereals that vow to "keep you full and satisfied for longer." Plentifull Cereals launches with two offerings: Cinnamon Almond Butter and Peanut Butter. Each serving has real nut butter as well as 32 grams of whole grains. The crunchy clusters in these cereals are made from a variety of ingredients: almonds, oats, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds. 

Two of these boxesStrawberry Banana Cheerios and PJ Masks Cereal—started surfacing in select stores in mid-November. By January, the entire line-up will be available at retailers nationwide. If you're struggling over which box of cereal to pick up at the supermarket, check out our guide of The Healthiest Breakfast Cereals on the Planet.

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Joseph Neese
Joseph was the Managing Editor of Eat This, Not That!, where he collaborates with the Editor-in-Chief on editorial strategy and content partnerships. Read more about Joseph