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Both are Kellogg's sugary cereals aimed at children, but their processing approaches differ. Frosted Flakes is sugar-coated corn flakes with a relatively simple recipe. Froot Loops adds artificial colors (Red 40, Yellow 6, Blue 1) and a more complex flavoring system to create its rainbow appearance.
Breakfast CerealsQuick Answer
Frosted Flakes is slightly less processed -- it has fewer ingredients and no artificial colors. Froot Loops adds synthetic dyes (Red 40, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2) that Frosted Flakes does not require. Both are Level 4, but Froot Loops has the longer, more industrial ingredient list.
Frosted Flakes vs Froot Loops
Frosted Flakes
Froot Loops
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Search Froot Loops products →Our Verdict
Frosted Flakes is slightly less processed -- it has fewer ingredients and no artificial colors. Froot Loops adds synthetic dyes (Red 40, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2) that Frosted Flakes does not require. Both are Level 4, but Froot Loops has the longer, more industrial ingredient list.
Important Note
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Froot Loops contain real fruit?
No. Despite the name and colorful appearance, Froot Loops contains no fruit. The colors come from synthetic dyes (Red 40, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2) and the flavor comes from "natural and artificial flavors." All loop colors taste the same.
Which has more sugar, Frosted Flakes or Froot Loops?
They are similar -- Frosted Flakes has about 12g of sugar per serving, Froot Loops has about 12g as well. The primary processing difference is not sugar content but the artificial colors in Froot Loops that Frosted Flakes does not use.
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