Toasted Wheat Flakes, Organic, 500g

Toasted wheatflakes are made from whole wheat grains that are cooked, rolled into flakes, and then toasted to give them a crisp texture. Unlike malted wheatflakes, the grain is not germinated, so the flavour is simpler and less sweet.

Flavour & texture

Clean, nutty and lightly wheaty, with a dry, toasted note. Less sweetness than malted flakes. Crisp when dry; soften readily with liquid or during baking.

Common culinary uses

• Breakfast cereals – eaten with milk or yoghurt
• Baking – breads, flapjacks, cereal bars
• Crunch toppings – for yoghurt, fruit, or desserts
• Bulk and texture – veggie burgers, stuffings
• Cereal blends – mixed with other flakes, nuts, and seeds

They provide structure and crunch rather than flavour complexity.

Using toasted wheatflakes

• As cereal: serve plain or lightly sweetened
• In baking: substitute part of oats or flour for texture
• Extra crunch: re-toast briefly in the oven
• Flavour pairing: benefits from sweeteners, spices, or fruit

Tip: Add a pinch of salt in sweet uses — it brings out the toasted flavour.

Nutritional & practical benefits

(Nutritional information — not medical advice)

• Wholegrain wheat – bran and germ retained
• Source of fibre – supports digestion
• Slow-release carbohydrates – steady energy
• Contains B vitamins – naturally present in whole wheat
• Contains gluten – not suitable for coeliac diets

Compared to malted flakes, they are lower in natural sugars.

Classic pairings

• Milk or plant milks
• Honey, sugar, syrup
• Dried fruit
• Nuts and seeds
• Cinnamon or nutmeg

Suppliers and/or packaging may vary from those illustrated.