Shredded Wheat

Shredded Wheat is a type of breakfast cereal made from whole wheat formed into pillow-shaped biscuits. It is commonly available in three forms: bite sized (¾×1 in), miniature (nearly half the size of the bite-sized pieces), and original. Both smaller sizes are available in frosted and unfrosted varieties. Shredded Wheat was first made in the United States in 1893, while Nabisco started selling the product in Canada in 1904.

History

Shredded Wheat was invented in Denver, Colorado, by Henry Perky and William Ford. Perky and Ford formed the Cereal Machine Company to manufacture and sell the product, and the name Shredded Wheat Company was adopted in 1904. The company was bought by Nabisco in 1928.

Production

Shredded Wheat is made from whole wheat grains that are cooked, shredded, and then formed into biscuits. The biscuits are then baked until they are crisp. The process of shredding and baking the wheat gives the cereal its distinctive texture and flavor.

Nutritional Value

Shredded Wheat is a good source of dietary fiber and is low in fat. It does not contain any added sugars or salt, making it a healthy choice for breakfast. However, some varieties of Shredded Wheat, such as those that are frosted, may contain added sugars.

Varieties

There are several varieties of Shredded Wheat available, including bite-sized, miniature, and original. The bite-sized and miniature varieties are also available in frosted and unfrosted versions. Some versions of Shredded Wheat also contain added flavors, such as honey or cinnamon.

In Popular Culture

Shredded Wheat has been featured in various forms of media and popular culture. For example, it was the subject of a famous advertising campaign in the 1980s and 1990s that featured the slogan "Bet you can't eat three."

See Also

• Breakfast cereal
• Nabisco
• Whole grain

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