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Cinnabon Cereal Returns To Stores This Fall

Author Phil Harris
Boxes of cereal are displayed on a shelf at a Target store on July 06, 2022 in San Rafael, California. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

It’s like a trip to the mall without having to leave your kitchen. If you love the ooey, gooey, sticky sweet food court treat known as Cinnabon cinnamon rolls, you’re in luck. Don’t tell your dentist, but Cinnabon cereal is back!

According to Baking Business, Kellogg’s has announced the return of the fan-favorite Cinnabon bakery inspired cereal. The news comes almost five years after consumers actually started a petition to revive the flavor.

The company said, “Kellogg’s Cinnabon bakery inspired cereal has an incredibly devoted fanbase, and it was our number one requested cereal the year it was discontinued. After first reintroducing Kellogg’s Cinnabon Bakery Inspired Cereal in a whole new Jumbo Snax form last year, we’re thrilled to finally be able to grant fans’ wishes and bring back the original cereal fans know and love.”

Kellogg’s Cinnabon cereal will be available in October at Sam’s Club. You’ll be able to find it at various other retailers in December in an 8.7-ounce box and a 13.9-ounce box. Can I get an Orange Julius to go with it?

Phil Harris is 50% of "Phil & Mel in the Afternoon" on K104.7. He has been with the station since 2013 and on the air in Charlotte since 2000. Before coming to the Queen City, Phil worked for radio stations in Pittsburgh, Austin, and Seattle. In addition to the weekly "Throwback Threesome" music video feature, Phil writes about things that matter to Charlotte sports fans and pet owners. He happens to be both.

Cereals No Longer Healthy Under Proposed Guidelines

Many popular cereals are no longer “healthy” under new proposed FDA guidelines.   I, like you, grow more confused every day.  We learn new things daily about food science and nutrition.  And it’s hard to follow sometimes.  In response to changing data, food labels need to align with updated dietary guidelines, according to the FDA.  The Food and Drug Administration used a list of cereals as examples of foods that don’t meet the new criteria.  Obviously, it comes as no surprise we don’t eat enough fruit and veggies.  And, sugar, saturated fat and sodium grew as a bigger part of our diet.  Therefore, the proposal requires products  contain meaningful amounts of food from either vegetable, fruit and or dairy for a healthy label.  Also, the products need limits on saturated fat, sodium and added sugar.  Percentages of daily values determine specific numbers.  Using cereal as the example, the FDA explains it needs to include 3/4 ounces of whole grains and no more than 1 gram of saturated fat.  The guideline limits sodium to 230 milligrams and added sugar to 2.5 grams.  CNBC listed 7 cereals that would no longer qualify as “healthy” under new guidelines.  We highlighted some familiar ones and added some of our faves.  I hope your favorite still makes the grade.

  • Special K

    Over the years, Special K has added many tasty varieties and flavors.  I’ve tried them all I think.  There’s been berries, protein, vanilla almond and even chocolate.  In fact, it was usually my go-to “healthy” choice when I was trying to shape up and diet.  However, under proposed new labeling rules, it does not fit the criteria.
    Does not meet proposed guidelines:  4 grams added sugars

  • Rice Krispies

    We all grew up with the “snap, crackle and pop” of the Kellogg’s Rice Krispies cereal. And, who doesn’t love mixing it in with marshmallows and butter for the treat that sells out at bake sales? Of course, no one ever thought of the treat as “healthy.” But, the cereal alone seems relatively tame. However, under the strict new proposed guidelines, it would not qualify due to the sugar content. I’m betting I’ll still indulge from time to time! Does not meet proposed guidelines: 4 grams added sugar

  • Kellogg's Corn Flakes

    What kid didn’t grow up eating Kellogg’s Corn Flakes.  I admit I poured several spoons of sugar into the bowl.  My favorite part was scooping up the sugar crystal milk and basically drinking it after the flakes disappeared.  And, who can forget the iconic rooster on the label? It’s been around since 1894, so it’s not going away.  But, unfortunately, it also loses the healthy label under new guidelines.  Does not meet proposed guidelines: 4 grams added sugars, 300 milligrams of sodium

  • Honey Nut Cheerios

    Every toddler I know starts out on some variation of Cheerios.  The Honey Nut version came along in 1979.  It is sweeter than the original, and it’s delicious even without milk.  Although moms love throwing it into a baggie and taking it along on outings with the kids, it falls short under new guidelines.  Does not meet proposed guidelines:  12 grams added sugars

  • Rice Chex

    I always included Rice Chex as part of my favorite holiday mix with all the cereals and Worcestershire sauce.  That stuff is delicious baking in the oven.  It also comes in a bunch of different flavors, including cinnamon.  There’s even a gluten-free variety.  But, that’s not enough to keep it on the healthy list under new guidelines.  Does not meet proposed guidelines: 330 milligrams sodium

  • Quaker Life Cereal

    I love Life Cereal.  I especially love the cinnamon flavor.  It’s touted as a wholesome choice that even the fussy eaters in the family will enjoy.  Who can forget iconic ad character “Mikey.”  He supposedly hated everything.  But he liked Life Cereal.  However, under new guidelines, it’s off the list, too. Does not meet proposed guidelines:  8 grams added sugar

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