Corn Flakes

Corn Flakes are a popular breakfast cereal made from toasted flakes of maize. They were originally created by John Harvey Kellogg in 1894 as a healthy breakfast option for patients at the Battle Creek Sanitarium in Battle Creek, Michigan. Corn Flakes are typically served with milk and sometimes with sugar or fruit.

History

The invention of Corn Flakes is attributed to John Harvey Kellogg and his brother, Will Keith Kellogg. The Kellogg brothers were Seventh-day Adventists who believed in a vegetarian diet and healthy living. In their quest to create a wholesome breakfast food, they accidentally discovered the process of flaking cooked maize. This led to the creation of Corn Flakes, which they initially served to patients at the Battle Creek Sanitarium.

In 1906, Will Keith Kellogg founded the Kellogg Company to produce and market Corn Flakes to the general public. The cereal quickly gained popularity and became a staple breakfast food in many households.

Production

Corn Flakes are made from milled maize, which is cooked and then rolled into thin flakes. These flakes are subsequently toasted to achieve their characteristic crispiness. The production process involves several steps, including:

• Cleaning and milling the maize
• Cooking the maize with sugar, vitamins, and minerals
• Rolling the cooked maize into thin flakes
• Toasting the flakes to achieve the desired texture

Nutritional Information

Corn Flakes are a source of carbohydrates and are often fortified with additional vitamins and minerals. A typical serving of Corn Flakes provides:

• Calories
• Carbohydrates
• Protein
• Fat
• Fiber
• Vitamins and minerals

Variations

Over the years, several variations of Corn Flakes have been introduced, including:

• Frosted Flakes: Corn Flakes coated with a layer of sugar
• Honey Nut Corn Flakes: Corn Flakes flavored with honey and nuts
• Bran Flakes: Corn Flakes mixed with bran for added fiber

Cultural Impact

Corn Flakes have had a significant impact on breakfast culture worldwide. They are often associated with convenience and are a common choice for a quick and easy breakfast. The success of Corn Flakes also paved the way for the development of other breakfast cereals.

See Also

• Breakfast cereal
• Kellogg Company
• John Harvey Kellogg
• Will Keith Kellogg
• Battle Creek Sanitarium
• Maize