Description
Mini Doughnut Hot Buttered Cheerios is a quick and delicious snack featuring toasted Cheerios coated in a warm mixture of melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings in just minutes, this treat combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon sugar with a buttery twist, making it an irresistible and easy-to-make snack for any time of day.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Cheerios
- ¼ cup salted butter
- ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Cinnamon and Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon and granulated sugar thoroughly. Set this mixture aside to use later for coating the Cheerios.
- Melt Butter and Add Vanilla: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the salted butter. Once fully melted, stir in the pure vanilla extract to infuse the butter with aroma and flavor.
- Toast Cheerios: Add the 4 cups of Cheerios directly into the skillet with the melted butter and vanilla. Stir to coat all the Cheerios evenly and cook for approximately 3 minutes, or until they become lightly toasted, enhancing their crunchiness and flavor.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Remove the skillet from heat and immediately sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the toasted Cheerios. Toss or stir well to ensure the Cheerios are fully coated with the cinnamon sugar blend.
- Cool and Serve: Let the coated Cheerios cool for a few minutes to allow the sugar to set and for safe handling. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your Mini Doughnut Hot Buttered Cheerios snack!
Notes
- Use salted butter to add a slight savory balance to the sweetness, or unsalted butter if you prefer full control over the saltiness.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon sugar based on your desired sweetness level.
- For a crunchier texture, let the Cheerios cool completely before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to preserve freshness for up to 2 days.
- Optionally, add a pinch of salt to enhance flavors if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
