Looking for honest reviews of Three Wishes Cereal before buying. I’m trying to eat healthier and saw this brand online, but I’m not sure if it’s worth it. Has anyone tasted it and is it actually good? Need help deciding if it’s worth the price.
Tried Three Wishes a few times 'cause I’m always hunting for a healthier cereal that doesn’t taste like eating cardboard dust lol. Honestly? It’s better than most of the “good for you” cereals, esp. if you’re comparing to, like, Kashi (yuck) or those keto ones. Flavor is decent, texture is kinda puffier than regular cereal, and it actually stays crunchy for a bit in milk (unlike some healthy stuff that disintegrates in 2 seconds).
Downsides: It’s kinda pricey, and the flavors are hit or miss. Cinnamon was solid, chocolate was meh for me—kinda like an off-brand Cocoa Puff but less sweet and more earthy, if that makes sense. Not like a sugary childhood treat, but you can taste the chickpea base a little. If you don’t like the taste of chickpeas or legumes, it might be weird at first. I got used to it after a couple bowls.
For nutrition, protein and low sugar are great, so it ticks those boxes if you’re watching that. No weird aftertaste, and doesn’t wreck my stomach like some high-fiber cereals can (lookin at you, Fiber One). Basically: it’s not gonna replace Lucky Charms if that’s your jam, but it won’t make you wanna throw out the whole box either. Worth a shot if you can grab it on sale or get a single box to try.
Three Wishes is like… the protein bar of cereals. Like, it’s technically food, it technically has flavor, but you always know it’s trying really really hard to be “healthy cereal” instead of just, you know, cereal. I legit bought a sampler last month after seeing people hype it up on Insta, and I’ll say this: if your idea of a tasty breakfast is Golden Grahams, you’re gonna be disappointed. But if you’ve spent the last few years munching on Ezekiel flax cardboard or stale quinoa clusters for breakfast, this will taste like a reward.
Texture’s solid, doesn’t turn to instant mush, and the “fruity” flavor was decent, but not strong—sorta like someone whispering Froot Loops from another room. I weirdly liked the plain/unflavored one best for mixing with my own sliced fruit. The chickpea thing? Yeah, you’ll notice it, but honestly, it’s miles better than those (nasty) monk fruit or stevia aftertastes from some other alt cereals. I totally disagree with @stellacadente about the chocolate one being just “meh”—for me it’s one of the few flavors that covered the legume taste.
But dude, why is it so expensive?? My wallet was as sad as my tastebuds sometimes. If you’re on a budget, honestly just grab a box of Cheerios and sprinkle protein powder on top and call it a day. Or at least wait for a sale. If you want ingredients you can read and numbers that make your dietician proud, it’s a contender. If you want a nostalgia bomb cereal, nope.
So: not gross, not great, but better than a lot of the “good for you” cardboard. Just don’t expect cereal magic; it’s “functional food,” not fun food, ya feel me?
Quick hits for anyone eyeing Three Wishes Cereal: If your cereal shelf swings between adulting (read: Bran Flakes) and childhood (hello, Cap’n Crunch), you’ll find Three Wishes stuck in nutritional limbo—better than dry hay but dreaming of rainbows and sugar. Here’s the rundown—
Pros:
- Legit protein punch = fuller longer.
- Low sugar (5g-ish), so carb counters and sugar-avoiders can chill.
- Stays crunchy in milk! This weirdly feels rare with health-first cereals.
- Ingredients are simple and pronounceable: chickpeas, tapioca, pea protein.
Cons:
- It costs as if they hand-polished every chickpea.
- Some flavors are culinary background noise (chocolate’s divisive, fruity is a faint whisper, don’t expect nostalgia).
- Texture is puffier—think denser Kix but a shade less sweet.
- Chickpea aftertaste is present, but not overpowering (unless you hate legumes; then, pass).
Basically, if you want the best-tasting healthy cereal, sure, Three Wishes Cereal is near the top (competitors like those mentioned earlier lean either too “earthy” or drop the ball on texture). If budgeting matters, you may need to back off when sticker shock sets in. Mix it with fruit or yogurt—rescue the experience, up the fun.
Bottom line? Not a wild ride, not cardboard. Solid for health seekers, just don’t imagine Saturday-morning-cartoon magic. Try once, preferably during a sale.