16 Cereal Mascots You Can Still Draw from Memory
Some cereal mascots were so iconic that you could sketch them today without even looking at a box.
- Chris Graciano
- 3 min read
Cereal mascots weren’t just advertising, they were characters that lived in Saturday morning memories. Their faces became so familiar that even decades later, most people could still doodle them from memory. Here are 16 cereal mascots that stuck with us long after breakfast ended.
1. Tony the Tiger (Frosted Flakes)
Jamie Michelle on Flikcr
Muscular, striped, and always smiling, Tony became a symbol of energy and confidence. His orange-and-black design is impossible to forget.
2. Toucan Sam (Froot Loops)
4-LeggyKaiArt5656 on DeviantArt
With his bright beak and cheerful eyes, Toucan Sam was instantly recognizable. His “follow your nose” catchphrase was matched by his colorful design.
3. Lucky the Leprechaun (Lucky Charms)
Mike Mozart on Flickr
A green hat, red hair, and a mischievous grin made Lucky unforgettable. Kids could instantly recall his wide eyes and charm-filled chase.
4. Cap’n Crunch
Mike Mozart on Flickr
With his oversized blue hat and curled mustache, the Cap’n stood out. His sailor uniform and cartoonish proportions made him easy to sketch.
5. Count Chocula
Mike Mozart on Flickr
A goofy vampire with fangs and a cape, Count Chocula was equal parts silly and spooky. His cartoonish look made him easy to draw.
6. Franken Berry
Brecht Bug on Flickr
With his pink color and bolts on his head, Franken Berry was unlike any other mascot. His round face and goofy expression were easy to remember.
7. Boo Berry
Mike Mozart on Flickr
This ghostly mascot floated with a bowler hat and a wide grin. His soft blue glow made him unique compared to other cereal characters.
8. Trix Rabbit (Trix)
Mike Mozart on Flickr
The long ears, wide eyes, and manic grin of the Trix Rabbit made him unforgettable. Always desperate for cereal, he looked permanently frazzled.
9. Sugar Bear (Sugar Crisp)
Wade Rockett on Flickr
Laid-back and cool, Sugar Bear wore shades and a relaxed smile. His casual pose made him instantly stand out. His design was simple but full of personality.
10. Dig’em Frog (Smacks)
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With his baseball cap and big grin, Dig’em had a playful, friendly vibe. His wide eyes made him feel like a buddy, not just a mascot.
11. Sonny the Cuckoo Bird (Cocoa Puffs)
Mike Mozart on Flickr
Wild-eyed and hyper, Sonny looked like he’d just had one too many bowls. His spiky feathers and crazy grin were hard to miss.
12. Apple Jack Kids (Apple Jacks)
Mike Mozart on Flickr
The duo of fun-loving kids gave Apple Jacks a lively, playful personality. Their simple cartoon look made them easy to draw.
13. The Honey Nut Cheerios Bee
Mike Mozart on Flickr
Small, smiling, and always buzzing, this bee was simple yet memorable. His striped body and antennae made him instantly recognizable.
14. Smacks Bear (earlier mascot for Smacks)
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Before Dig’em Frog, Smacks had a cheerful bear mascot. He was friendly, approachable, and easy to sketch with his rounded shapes.
15. Cornelius the Rooster (Corn Flakes)
Mike Mozart on Flickr
The simple green rooster stood tall with a proud stance. His red comb and yellow beak made him pop on the cereal box.
16. Quisp Alien (Quisp Cereal)
C x 2 on Flickr
With his propeller hat and quirky grin, Quisp looked straight out of a retro cartoon. His unique design was both goofy and charming.