Juggler of Flaming Batons.
Academy Awards Ballot Counter.
Crayon Namer.
These were some of the 18 career paths I pursued in the summer of 2001. In order to meet the social and physical demands of said paths, I needed a good breakfast and, in accordance to my own priorities of nutrition, oats and sugar fit the bill, which is why I consumed a mix of Honey Nut Cheerios and Frosted Flakes for three weeks straight while tossing five batons in the air and thinking up crayon monikers like “Ghostbuster Slime.”
While I may not be a baton flame thrower, I haven’t forgotten that morning cereal blend, and thus, it came to my surprise, nostalgia, and anticipatory glee to discover this new Honey Nut Cheerios Medley Crunch which promises not only a blend of O’s and sugary flakes, but clusters as well.
Let’s talk Honey Nut Cheerios: they’re simple. They don’t toss around marshmallows or throw confetti or swing on a trapeze (although it would be cool if they did. Could the people in product development get on that?). Heck, they don’t even taste of honey in that poofy, floral sense, but I’m cool with that. I don’t really want a greenhouse in my cereal bowl.
Tasting more of sugar, oats, and a hint of almond flavor, Honey Nut Cheerios holds a subtlety which makes them just right for anytime consumption, a phenomenon which has garnered them a fan base that deserves its own display at Comic Con. I’ve no doubt that Buzz, that anthropomorphic, sneaker-wearin’ bee, holds the secret recipe that, if revealed, would induce a political scandal all its own. Just look at his face…
It speaks of hidden secrets.
All these qualities make Honey Nut Cheerios versatile, and the greatness of that versatility is only heightened here. The classic O’s form the foundation (about 1/3 of the cereal), and, for all you Honey Nut connoisseurs, I am happy to report that there was no tampering with the formula of the classic O here, holding its trademark sweetness through and through.
The highlight came in the clusters, which are filled with whole oats and crispy thingies and smatterings of almonds. While the almonds don’t always come through, the clusters’ taste really shines in the department of roasted oats and brown sugar, which is a recipe for love if I’ve ever heard one. And did I mention they’re the size of small meteorites?
![Honey Nut Cheerios Medley Crunch Clusters and flakes and O's [oh my!]](https://i0.wp.com/farm9.staticflickr.com/8470/8390716334_dd9e75659a.jpg?resize=500%2C262 "Honey Nut Cheerios Medley Crunch Clusters and flakes and O's [oh my!]")
They add a heft that made me feel strong enough to carry a goat up the side of a mountain, then down the mountain, then maybe on a journey across the Oregon Trail. They are hard-terrain crunchy, requiring the most exercise from my teeth. I imagine crunching into one is akin to the satisfying feeling of accomplishment a beaver feels when s/he has gnawed through an especially tasty oak tree.
The downer about this cereal comes in the flakes, which are flimsy and, when immersed in liquid, dissolve into a brown, lumpy continent of soggy despair. However, I’m of two minds on this because the flakes taste pretty dad-gum good, having a deeper roasty almond flavor than the O’s that makes the regular Honey Nut Cheerios taste even better. What’s a human to do with tasty, yet soggy flakes?! Maybe, if I close my eyes and visualize my happy place, I can ignore the fact that I’m spooning brown, baby-food-esque globs of almond-tasting gloop in my mouth…
Or maybe I’ll just stick with this as a straight-from-the-bag cereal. Unless you’re keen on sog, I might suggest you do the same.
I often find myself in the cereal aisle experiencing the “Oh, I want that and that and that,” phenomenon, which results in a self-imposed peer pressure that amounts in purchasing more cereals than my pantry space permits. This Honey Nut Cheerios Medley Crunch relieves that pressure.
Is this a mountain of honey oozing down from a crunchy exterior of fried dough? No. It’s a cereal mixture, and that’s okay with me. It’s not revolutionary and I wouldn’t necessarily choose it over Cinnamon Roll Frosted Mini Wheats, but it’s a balanced blend that tastes good from the bag, has plenty of clusters, and does something dandy for cholesterol. Sweet, soft, and a little edgy, this is a pleasant rendition of what a cereal mix aspires to be.
(Nutrition Facts – 3/4 cup – 120 calories, 15 calories from fat, 2 grams of fat, 0 grams of saturated fat, 0 grams of trans fat, 0 milligrams of cholesterol, 120 milligrams of sodium, 105 milligrams of potassium, 24 grams of carbohydrates, 2 gram of dietary fiber, 9 grams of sugars, and 3 grams of protein.)
Item: General Mills Honey Nut Cheerios Medley Crunch
Purchased Price: $3.59
Size: 13.1 ounces
Purchased at: Harris Teeter
Rating: 7 out of 10
Pros: Crunchy clusters. Huge clusters. Plenty of clusters. Honey Nut Cheerios is still good. Relieves pressure to buy excessive boxes of cereal. Being a crayon namer. Ghostbuster slime.
Cons: Flimsy flakes. Adding milk results in despair. Political scandals. Cannot be a trapeze artist.
did it taste like carmelo’s wife?
@bilge, lol
I bought a box of the Medley Crunch because it looked interesting. However in the midst of my first bowl, I felt that it was a disgusting mix of cereals. All the flakes sink to the bottom while the O’s stay afloat. The flavors don’t mix well, probably the most disgusting cereal I’ve ever had.
Had same problem with sinking flakes! And no matter how I tried shaking up the box before pouring into bowl, I still ended up with about 90 percent O’s.
What’s the big deal? I’ve been doing something similar to this for years now.
You take Honey Nut Cheerios and Honey Bunches of Oats and mix ’em together 50/50.
I should be getting paid for this crap.
I found this cereal to be way too cloyingly sweet.
THis ceerios is the best product that General mills have produced
I have to disagree with a previous review stating this cereal is too sweet. In fact, I think it’s just right. Classic honey nut Cheerios flavor, but with an added crunch. I really like it. It breaks up the monotony of that same textured cereal we are all so used to eating, but while keeping a familiar taste.
My granddaughter wanted me to by Honey Nut Cheerios with the Mini Minion in it……..There was none in there. It is a little difficult to tell a 2 year old the company messed up and did not put it in the box……She wants her Mini Minion
Sounds like my morning cocktail; 1/3 reg Cheerios , 1/3 honey nut Cheerios , 1/3 honey bunches of oats….it’s great!
First of all, this write-up is so funny, I couldn’t stop laughing! As for my comments on the cereal, I love it so much that it has replaced Post’s Great Grains as my favorite. I must be an odd-ball, because I don’t have any problem with soggy flakes. First of all, I don’t put that much milk in, and then I eat it right away. My flakes don’t exactly do a dance in the bowl, but they’re crisp enough when I chew on them. If you want something that stays crunchy all the way down to your stomach, go for tortilla chips.