Description
Delight in these Mini Doughnut Hot Buttered Cheerios, a quick and easy sweet snack combining buttery toasted Cheerios with a cinnamon-sugar coating for a nostalgic treat that’s perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 cups plain Cheerios cereal
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly; set aside to use later for coating the cereal.
- Melt the butter: Place a large skillet over medium heat and melt the 1/4 cup butter, then add the 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract and stir to combine the flavors evenly within the butter.
- Toast the Cheerios: Add 4 cups of plain Cheerios to the skillet, stirring well to coat all the cereal evenly with the melted butter and vanilla mixture. Continue cooking for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently so the cereal gets lightly toasted and fragrant without burning.
- Coat with cinnamon sugar: Remove the skillet from heat, then pour the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the buttered Cheerios. Toss everything well to ensure each piece is coated evenly with the cinnamon sugar for a sweet finish.
- Cool and serve: Allow the coated Cheerios to cool completely in the skillet or on a baking sheet before serving. Enjoy this crunchy, sweet snack immediately or store in an airtight container for later.
Notes
- Stir frequently while toasting to prevent burning and ensure even coating.
- Let the mixture cool completely so the cinnamon sugar adheres well and the cereal crisps back up.
- This snack is best eaten within a few days for optimal freshness and crunch.
- For an extra touch, sprinkle mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts over the Cheerios after coating.
