Cereal is arguably one of the most consistent foods in American life. We're raised on the stuff—from palming Cheerios as toddlers to slurping down a bowl before school, the breakfast staple is at once both versatile and dependable. The milk-spoon-bowl practice is instilled in us early on, and apparently, it's a habit that lasts: this year, over 280 million Americans answered that, yes, they do eat breakfast cereal.
Brands have harnessed our infatuation, and as a result, there is no shortage of options when exploring the…