If you were a kid during the ’60s, you probably remember waking up, turning your TV on, and pouring fresh milk into your bowl of your favorite cereal.
They were tasty, fun, and always had some kind of story behind them that drew you in. From cartoon characters to famous people, the cereal packaging was always interesting and fun.
And the taste… simply amazing. Here are twelve cereals from the ’60s you probably forgot about.
1. 40 Percent Bran Flakes Cereal (1967)
While it was not the most exciting box on the shelf compared to others, 40 Percent Bran Flakes was seen as a “healthier” option that our moms appreciated and approved of.
It promised digestive benefits and vitamins, but we were kids, so we definitely poured sugar on top anyway.
Still, it earned a loyal fan base for its crunchy texture and guilt-free vibe in a sea of sugar bombs.
2. Vintage Kellogg’s Cream Crunch – Ice Cream Cereal (1965)
Combining ice cream and cereal? Oh, yes! This short-lived cereal wanted to bring ice cream to the breakfast table, and you did not even need a cone to eat it.
Each flake was coated with a “creamy” vanilla-like glaze, and many were not sure how to feel about it.
It was surely weird, so sweet, and weirdly fun, and another ’60s food experiment we remember with nostalgia.
3. Kellogg’s Corn Flakes with Instant Bananas (1960s)
If you liked fruit with your cereal, this was a perfect choice for you. This spin on the classic Corn Flakes added freeze-dried banana chips, and kids loved it! This tropical twist made them much tastier and more interesting.
The bananas rehydrated in milk and became even tastier the longer you soaked them. Even though you may find this kind of meal basic now, back then it was innovative and fun, especially for kids.
4. 1960s Corn Flakes and Strawberries Cereal (1966)
If you loved bananas with your cereals, then you definitely did not mind adding more fruit into the mix. Kellogg’s doubled down on the freeze-dried fruit trend pretty quickly by tossing strawberries into the Corn Flakes mix.
All of this made the cereal even more tasty and more popular. The strawberries added the color and taste, and it all looked much more vibrant and innovative.
5. Corn Flakes and Blue Berries Cereal (1968 & 1966)
Imagine the shock on everyone’s faces when they saw their cereal turned blue? This mix looked totally weird, fun, and unique as it made every breakfast look like it was made in an alien ship.
The berries were soft and sometimes turned mushy in milk, but the flavor was surprisingly bold and made kids obsessed with this mix.
Also, it felt a little fancy and special, so you would eat it on special occasions or when your friends were around.
6. Vintage Kellogg’s Triple Snack Cereal (1960s)
With a perfect blend of three shapes and textures, Triple Snack was a fun way to eat your cereal, and every kid loved it.
It wasn’t as sugary as other cereals, but it was surely a fun addition to your shelf, and it made eating much more interesting. It felt almost like a playground in your mouth.
It had a mild flavor, but the fun with it was endless, so it became one of the favorite cereal types for many.
7. Apple Jacks Box – Packaging Design from 1965
Apple Jacks debuted with a very cool 1965 package that instantly stood out on store shelves, and we wanted one ASAP.
The cinnamon-apple flavor combo was a hit, and it felt homey and cozy, and super rich in flavor.
It was perfect for rainy autumn mornings when you would be warm in front of the TV, just enjoying your slow morning.
8. Post Alpha Bits Cereal: Alphabet Letters You Could Eat
Alpha Bits made breakfast educational, and both parents and kids loved it.
The letter-shaped cereal pieces made us all write our names or silly words using them, and then eat them in a moment.
It had a subtle vanilla flavor that made it very tasty, and the letter shapes were just a cherry on top. It did not take long before they became a favorite cereal for many kids.
9. Vintage Post Super Sugar Crisp Cereal (1969)
This cereal was unapologetically sweet, and they did not even try to hide it (it was literally in the name).
It featured puffed wheat that was coated in a thick glaze, and your whole breakfast literally tasted like a dessert.
Also, you could eat it straight out of a box if you wanted, but your mom definitely did not like that.
10. Vintage Kellogg’s Sugar Frosted Flakes (1961)
We all remember Tony the Tiger shouting “They’re grrreat!” from the box. This cereal quickly became a cultural staple.
It featured regular corn flakes with a sugary makeover, which kids, of course, couldn’t resist. Tony the Tiger was a special mascot that kids loved to see.
This cereal became a staple in every kitchen at the time, and even adults ate it as a snack or dinner.
11. Honey-Comb Cereal – With the Honeycomb Kid (1960)
Honey-Comb cereal brought big hexagonal pieces and a big mascot that we all loved.
The Honeycomb Kid added a western twist to breakfast time, and the cereal was perfect for those with a sweet tooth.
The shape and the size were what made this one memorable, and it stood out immediately when it appeared.
12. Variety Pack Small Cereal Boxes from 1961
The most interesting of them all was definitely the Variety Pack. It was literally a cardboard treasure chest of mini cereals.
You could sample all the best flavors, and you were lucky if you got to choose first which one was yours.
Let’s be honest, all of them were tasty and looked delicious. However, it did feel like a huge surprise when you opened them, and you couldn’t wait for the next morning to try them for breakfast.
