Froot Loops® & Apple Jacks®: Are They The SAME Cereal?!
Kellogg’s® Froot Loops® and Apple Jacks® Cereal have long been compared and debated. It's time to examine the facts and theories that suggest they might actually be the same cereal.
Ingredients Comparison
| Froot Loops® | Apple Jacks® |
| Corn Flour, Sugar, Wheat Flour, Oat Flour, Modified Food Starch, Less than 1% of: Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (Coconut, Soybean and/or Cottonseed), Salt, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Red 40, Blue 2, Yellow 6, Turmeric Color, Annatto Color, Blue 1, BHT for freshness. | Corn Flour, Sugar, Wheat Flour, Whole Grain Oat Flour, Modified Food Starch, Contains 2% or less of Vegetable Oil (Hydrogenated Coconut, Soybean and/or Cottonseed), Oat Fiber, Salt, Cinnamon, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Red 40, Yellow 6, Niacinamide, Reduced Iron, Zinc Oxide, Vitamin B6, Vitamin A Palmitate, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, Folic Acid, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12. |
Although they have different flavors and colors, the two cereals share the main ingredients in common.
Nutrition Comparison
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Froot Loops® |
Apple Jacks® |
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Calories |
110 |
110 |
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Protein |
1g |
1g |
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Carbohydrates |
25g |
24g |
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Fiber |
1g |
1g |
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Sugar |
12g |
12g |
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Fat |
1g |
0.5g |
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Sodium |
150mg |
135mg |
As the comparison table shows, the nutritional content of Froot Loops® and Apple Jacks® is almost identical.
Taste and Aroma Comparison
Froot Loops and Apple Jacks Cinnamon have distinct fruity and cinnamon aromas, but they share a similar taste, especially in milk. The sweetness level and the crunch are comparable as well. However, Froot Loops have a more tropical fruity flavor, with hints of orange, lemon, and lime, while Apple Jacks have a more distinct apple and cinnamon flavor. The cinnamon in Apple Jacks is also more pronounced and adds a nice warmth to the flavor. Overall, Froot Loops are a good choice for those who enjoy a variety of fruity flavors, while Apple Jacks are ideal for those who prefer a stronger cinnamon and apple taste.
- Cereal Connoisseur Magazine
Froot Loops® |
Apple Jacks® |
Similarities
| Shape | Texture | Color |
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The cereals are both round and have an identical size. |
Both cereals are crunchy and have a similar texture when eaten dry or with milk. |
Both cereals are brightly colored with the red, green and green loops appearing almost identical. |
Froot Loops and Apple Jacks Cinnamon have many similarities, including their round shape and similar size, crunchy texture, and brightly colored appearance.
Marketing Strategies
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Froot Loops®
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Apple Jacks®
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Introduced in 1963 by Kellogg's, the brand has used a distinctive Toucan Sam mascot alongside a catchy series of slogans, including "Follow your nose! It always knows!" |
Introduced in 1971 by Kellogg's, the brand has used a series of catchy jingles, with the most famous being "I wanna eat apple jacks!" as well as commercials featuring cartoon commercials with the jacks doing mischievous deeds. |
Although their marketing strategies differ, both cereals have been successful for many years.
Consumer Perception
| Froot Loops® | Apple Jacks® |
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Froot Loops are beloved for their fruity taste and bright colors. They are seen as a fun and playful cereal that appeals to all ages. |
Apple Jacks Cinnamon are appreciated for their cinnamon flavor and satisfying crunch. They are often seen as a more mature cereal that appeals to adults.
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Despite the different perceptions, many fans of both cereals believe that they might be the same one.
Conclusion
| Overlap in ingredients and nutrition | Similarities in taste and aroma | Social media conspiracy theories |
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Froot Loops and Apple Jacks Cinnamon have an overlap in the ingredients used to make the cereal and their nutritional content. |
The taste and aroma of the cereals, especially in milk, are similar, despite the differences in flavor and color. |
Many consumers and social media posters speculate that the two cereals are the same, and that Kellogg's is simply repackaging it to appeal differently to different audiences. |
While it's possible that the two cereals are the same, further investigation is needed. Regardless, both Froot Loops® and Apple Jacks® remain popular cereals with unique flavor profiles.
