MAPLE & SPICE INSTANT OATMEAL

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Common questions

Is MAPLE & SPICE INSTANT OATMEAL healthy?

MAPLE & SPICE INSTANT OATMEAL scores 63/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This instant oatmeal contains organic rolled oats and organic maple sugar, which are beneficial ingredients providing fiber and natural sweetness.

How processed is MAPLE & SPICE INSTANT OATMEAL?

MAPLE & SPICE INSTANT OATMEAL is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive MAPLE & SPICE INSTANT OATMEAL's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic Rolled Oats, Organic Spices, Sea Salt count in its favor; Organic Dehydrated Cane Juice Solids, Organic Maple Sugar, Natural Flavor are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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MAPLE & SPICE INSTANT OATMEAL

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63 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by Topco Associates, Inc.
Category Oats and Cereal
Summary

This instant oatmeal contains organic rolled oats and organic maple sugar, which are beneficial ingredients providing fiber and natural sweetness. However, the presence of 'natural flavor' raises concerns due to its lack of transparency and potential for containing various chemicals. The product is also classified as ultra-processed, which limits its overall health rating despite the use of organic ingredients.

Key ingredients 6

Organic Rolled Oats
Good

Organic rolled oats are a wholesome, minimally processed grain that provides fiber and nutrients beneficial for digestion and sustained energy.

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Organic Spices
Good

Organic spices add natural flavor and antioxidants, enhancing the taste without artificial additives.

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Sea Salt
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Organic Dehydrated Cane Juice Solids
Bad

This ingredient is a highly processed sweetener that can contribute to excess sugar intake and offers little nutritional value.

Organic Maple Sugar
Bad

Organic maple sugar is a concentrated sweetener that adds flavor but increases the product's sugar content with minimal nutritional benefit.

Natural Flavor
Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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