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Breakfast cereal made from toasted corn

Corn flakes[edit]

Corn flakes are a popular breakfast cereal made from toasted flakes of corn. They were originally created by John Harvey Kellogg in 1894 as a healthy food for patients at the Battle Creek Sanitarium in Michigan, United States.

History[edit]

1910 advertisement for Kellogg's Toasted Corn Flakes

The invention of corn flakes is attributed to the Kellogg brothers, John Harvey Kellogg and Will Keith Kellogg. The brothers were Seventh-day Adventists who ran the Battle Creek Sanitarium. In their quest to create a healthy vegetarian diet for their patients, they accidentally discovered the process of making corn flakes when boiled wheat was left out and became stale. When they rolled the stale wheat, it formed flakes, which they then toasted.

Will Kellogg later applied the same process to corn, creating the first corn flakes. In 1906, he founded the Kellogg Company to produce and market the cereal. Corn flakes quickly became popular and were marketed as a nutritious breakfast option.

Production[edit]

Corn flakes are made by cooking corn grits with sugar, vitamins, and minerals. The cooked grits are then rolled into flakes and toasted. This process gives corn flakes their distinctive crispy texture and golden color.

Culinary uses[edit]

Corn flakes are typically consumed with milk or yogurt and can be sweetened with sugar or honey. They are also used as an ingredient in various recipes, such as funeral potatoes, a popular dish in the United States.

In addition to being a breakfast cereal, corn flakes can be used as a crunchy topping for casseroles or as a coating for fried foods. They are also used in desserts, such as lime sorbet with corn flakes.

Cultural impact[edit]

Corn flakes have had a significant impact on breakfast culture worldwide. They were one of the first ready-to-eat cereals and paved the way for the development of the breakfast cereal industry. The convenience and nutritional claims of corn flakes contributed to their widespread popularity.

Related pages[edit]

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+{{short description|Breakfast cereal made from toasted corn}}
-| name = Corn Flakes
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-| image = Corn flakes.jpg
-| caption = A bowl of corn flakes
+==Corn flakes==
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+[[File:Kellogg's_Corn_Flakes,_with_milk.jpg|thumb|right|A bowl of Kellogg's Corn Flakes with milk]]
-| country = United States
+'''Corn flakes''' are a popular breakfast cereal made from [[toasted]] flakes of [[corn]]. They were originally created by [[John Harvey Kellogg]] in 1894 as a healthy food for patients at the [[Battle Creek Sanitarium]] in [[Michigan]], [[United States]].
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-| creator = John Harvey Kellogg and Will Keith Kellogg
-| course = Breakfast
-| served = Cold
-| main_ingredient = Milled corn, sugar, malt flavoring
-| variations = Frosted flakes, honey-flavored, chocolate-flavored
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-'''Corn flakes''' are a popular [[breakfast cereal]] made by toasting flakes of [[corn]] (maize). The cereal was first created by John Harvey Kellogg and his brother Will Keith Kellogg in the late 19th century as a healthful, ready-to-eat anti-masturbatory morning meal. It has since become a breakfast staple in many parts of the world, often served with [[milk]] or [[yogurt]], and sometimes with [[fruit]], such as [[banana]]s, [[strawberries]], or [[blueberries]].
 ==History==
-The invention of corn flakes was a result of a serendipitous accident. In 1894, the Kellogg brothers were trying to make granola when they accidentally flaked wheat berry. They then experimented with flaking corn, and this led to the creation of corn flakes. The Kellogg Company was founded in 1906 by Will Keith Kellogg as a way to mass-market the new cereal.
+[[File:AdvertisementKelloggsToastedCornFlakesMotherGuess1910.jpg|thumb|left|1910 advertisement for Kellogg's Toasted Corn Flakes]]
+The invention of corn flakes is attributed to the Kellogg brothers, [[John Harvey Kellogg]] and [[Will Keith Kellogg]]. The brothers were Seventh-day Adventists who ran the Battle Creek Sanitarium. In their quest to create a healthy vegetarian diet for their patients, they accidentally discovered the process of making corn flakes when boiled wheat was left out and became stale. When they rolled the stale wheat, it formed flakes, which they then toasted.
+Will Kellogg later applied the same process to corn, creating the first corn flakes. In 1906, he founded the [[Kellogg Company]] to produce and market the cereal. Corn flakes quickly became popular and were marketed as a nutritious breakfast option.
 ==Production==
-The production of corn flakes involves the processing of corn into flakes, which are then toasted. This process includes cleaning the corn, removing the hull, cooking it, and then rolling it flat. The flakes are then toasted to achieve the desired crunchiness.
+Corn flakes are made by cooking corn grits with sugar, vitamins, and minerals. The cooked grits are then rolled into flakes and toasted. This process gives corn flakes their distinctive crispy texture and golden color.
-==Nutritional Value==
-Corn flakes are low in [[fat]] and high in [[carbohydrates]], making them a quick source of energy. However, they are often criticized for being high in [[sugar]] and low in [[fiber]], which can lead to energy spikes followed by crashes. Many brands now offer lower sugar, high-fiber versions of the cereal.
+==Culinary uses==
-==Varieties==
+[[File:1919_Kellogg's_Toasted_Corn_Flakes_ad.jpeg|thumb|right|1919 advertisement for Kellogg's Toasted Corn Flakes]]
-There are several varieties of corn flakes available on the market, including frosted flakes, which are coated with sugar or corn syrup; honey-flavored; and chocolate-flavored corn flakes. Some brands also offer gluten-free corn flakes.
+Corn flakes are typically consumed with [[milk]] or [[yogurt]] and can be sweetened with [[sugar]] or [[honey]]. They are also used as an ingredient in various recipes, such as [[funeral potatoes]], a popular dish in the [[United States]].
-==Cultural Impact==
-Corn flakes have had a significant cultural impact since their invention. They were one of the first convenience foods, and their creation led to the development of the breakfast cereal industry. The Kellogg Company, in particular, played a major role in promoting the idea of a balanced breakfast, which included cereal, as essential for health.
+[[File:Cornflakes.jpg|thumb|left|A close-up of corn flakes]]
-==See Also==
+In addition to being a breakfast cereal, corn flakes can be used as a crunchy topping for [[casseroles]] or as a coating for fried foods. They are also used in desserts, such as [[lime sorbet]] with corn flakes.
+==Cultural impact==
+Corn flakes have had a significant impact on breakfast culture worldwide. They were one of the first ready-to-eat cereals and paved the way for the development of the breakfast cereal industry. The convenience and nutritional claims of corn flakes contributed to their widespread popularity.
+==Related pages==
 * [[Breakfast cereal]]
 * [[Kellogg Company]]
 * [[John Harvey Kellogg]]
 * [[Will Keith Kellogg]]
+[[File:Limesorbet_med_cornflakes_(6294315466).jpg|thumb|right|Lime sorbet with corn flakes]]
+[[File:Macau_Grandview_Hotel_Breakfast_Buffet_Grape_Oatmeal.JPG|thumb|left|Breakfast buffet featuring various cereals]]
+[[File:銀座ライオンの大人のポテトサラダ.jpg|thumb|right|Potato salad with corn flakes]]
+[[File:Funeral_potatoes_after_baking.jpg|thumb|left|Funeral potatoes topped with corn flakes]]
 [[Category:Breakfast cereals]]
-[[Category:Corn dishes]]
+[[Category:Kellogg's brands]]
-{{food-stub}}
+[[Category:Products introduced in 1894]]