McDonald’s Porridge with Lyle’s Golden Syrup
Nothing starts the morning quite like a bowl of McDonald’s Porridge with Lyle’s Golden Syrup. Made with organic British semi-skimmed milk and hearty wholegrain jumbo oats, this porridge offers a creamy and comforting breakfast experience. With 217 calories per serving, it’s a light yet satisfying choice for a quick energy boost. The golden syrup topping adds a naturally rich sweetness that enhances the flavor without overwhelming the oats. This vegetarian-friendly porridge is available at selected McDonald’s restaurants across the UK, though not in Northern Ireland. For those who enjoy exploring different breakfast options, the Flahavan’s Quick Oats from the McDonald’s breakfast menu is another delicious alternative.
Price: £1.99
Golden Syrup Porridge Nutritional Information
With 217 calories per serving, this porridge is the highest in energy among the porridge options due to the golden syrup topping. It contains 39g of carbohydrates, including 22g of sugars, making it naturally sweet and indulgent. Despite the sweetness, it remains balanced with 7.8g of protein, 3g of fat (1.3g saturates), and 0.3g of salt. A fibre content of 1.9g also supports digestion, making it a filling and satisfying breakfast choice.
| Nutritional Value | Per Portion | % RI (Adult) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kJ) | 923 kJ | 11% |
| Energy (kcal) | 217 kcal | 11% |
| Fat | 3.0 g | 4% |
| of which Saturates | 1.3 g | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 39 g | 15% |
| of which Sugars | 22 g | 25% |
| Fibre | 1.9 g | – |
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% |
| Salt | 0.30 g | 5% |
Reference Intake (RI) of an average adult (8400kJ/2000kcal).
McDonald’s Porridge with Syrup Ingredients
This porridge is made using a simple, high-quality ingredient list. Creamy organic milk and hearty oats form the base, cooked with water to achieve the perfect texture, while Lyle’s Golden Syrup adds a naturally sweet finish.
| Ingredient | Description |
|---|---|
| Milk | Organic semi-skimmed British milk |
| Oats (12%) | Wholegrain jumbo oats |
| Water | Added for cooking |
| Lyle’s Golden Syrup | Partially inverted refiner’s syrup |
Porridge Golden Syrup Allergens
The main allergens in this porridge are milk and oats, which contain gluten. It may also contain traces of wheat and barley, so those with sensitivities should take caution.
| Allergen | Notes |
|---|---|
| Milk | Present in the porridge base |
| Oats | Wholegrain jumbo oats (contains gluten) |
| Wheat | May be present in traces |
| Barley | May be present in traces |
FAQs
Each serving contains 217 calories, making it a hearty breakfast option.
Yes, it is suitable for vegetarians.
