Ingredient

Wheat Farina

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use wheat farina primarily as a base for hot breakfast cereals. Its fine …

What it is

Wheat farina is a type of semolina made from wheat. It is the coarse, purified cereal germ and inner endosperm of durum wheat, or other hard wheat, after the flour has been removed. It is often used to make hot cereals.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use wheat farina primarily as a base for hot breakfast cereals. Its fine texture and mild flavor make it a versatile ingredient that can be flavored in many ways. It is also used in some baked goods and pasta.

Health notes

Wheat farina is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of carbohydrates and some B vitamins. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated wheat farina, and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has also assessed it. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption.

Allergen info

Wheat farina is derived from wheat, which is one of the 9 major food allergens identified by the FDA. It naturally contains gluten.

Products containing Wheat Farina

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CREAM OF WHEAT Cream Of Wheat, Instant Hot Cereal, Maple Brown Sugar Cereal 371kcal 5.7Protein 0Fat 80Carbs B&G Foods North America, Inc. Maple Brown Sugar Instant Hot Cereal, Maple Brown Sugar Cereal 371kcal 5.7Protein 0Fat 80Carbs B&G Foods North America, Inc. Cream Of Wheat, Instant Whole Grain Hot Cereal Cereal 333kcal 13.3Protein 2.2Fat 68.9Carbs B&G Foods North America, Inc. Cinnabon Instant Hot Cereal, Cinnabon Cereal 371kcal 5.7Protein 0Fat 82.9Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Enriched Farina Hot Wheat Cereal Cereal 364kcal 12.1Protein 0Fat 69.7Carbs Hot Cereal Mondelez International, Inc. Hot Cereal Cereal 333kcal 12.1Protein 0Fat 72.7Carbs Hot Cereal Kraft Heinz Foods Company Hot Cereal Cereal 333kcal 12.1Protein 0Fat 72.7Carbs Cream Of Wheat, Instant Hot Cereal, Cinnabon, Cinnabon Kraft Heinz Foods Company Cream Of Wheat, Instant Hot Cereal, Cinnabon, Cinnabon Cereal 371kcal 5.7Protein 0Fat 82.9Carbs Mondelez International, Inc. Hot Cereal Cereal 333kcal 12.1Protein 0Fat 72.7Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Farina Creamy Wheat Enriched Hot Wheat Cereal, Farina Cereal 364kcal 12.1Protein 0Fat 75.8Carbs Instant Hot Cereal, Original Mondelez International, Inc. Instant Hot Cereal, Original Cereal 357kcal 10.7Protein 0Fat 71.4Carbs Natural Selections Cheese Authentic Pierogi, Cheese Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 242kcal 10.1Protein 4.5Fat 40.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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