Since the debut of Cheerios in 1941, originally as "Cheerioats" to offer the masses a ready-to-eat oat cereal, dozens of varieties of the classic breakfast brand have hit grocery store shelves. Though some (like Peach Cheerios and Toasted Coconut Cheerios) were intended to just be limited editions,

Several popular Cheerios varieties have quietly disappeared from store shelves, prompting shoppers to wonder if the beloved dry cereal brand is gone for good.

In a move that blindsided loyal cereal lovers, General Mills has quietly discontinued three popular Cheerios varieties without any formal announcement. Honey Nut Cheerios Medley Oat Crunch, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheerios,