Mondelez International is expanding its Belvita breakfast biscuits range in the US with the launch of Belvita Bites.

The original Belvita biscuits, which the then Kraft Foods introduced into the US in 2012, were targeted at consumers who did not have time to eat products more traditionally associated with breakfast.

In that vein, Mondelez said the mini-biscuits would give US consumers a “new on-the-go breakfast option”.

“Mornings are a particularly busy time. The opportunity to enjoy a sit-down meal just isn’t there these days,” said Mikhail Chapnik, senior brand Manager for Bevita. “We are excited to offer our consumers a quick, on-the-go and nutritious breakfast choice that can be enjoyed no matter how busy their schedules. The portability and poppability of Belvita Bites Breakfast Biscuits make it simple and fun to enjoy while on-the-go as part of a complete breakfast.”

The new biscuits are available in two flavors – chocolate and mixed berry. Each 50g serving of the biscuits contains 230 calories, 20g of whole grain and 4g of fibre. Mondelez said the products “should be enjoyed with a serving of fruit and low-fat or non-fat dairy for a balanced breakfast”. The biscuits have suggested retail price of US$3.69 per box.