Italian confectioner Ferrero, known for brands like Nutella and Kinder, is buying U.S. cereal company WK Kellogg in a deal valued at approximately $3.1 billion.

The Italian candy company Ferrero plans to buy the American cereal maker Kellogg for $3.1 billion, the companies announced Thursday. The deal would unite the makers of household brands including Nutella and Frosted Flakes. American cereal giant Kellogg and Italian candy giant Ferrero have struck a sweet deal worth $3.1 billion.

Ferrero, the maker of Nutella, announces a $3.1 billion deal to acquire century-old cereal company WK Kellogg, expanding its North American breakfast and snack portfolio.