Mini Doughnut Hot Buttered Cheerios
If you’re looking for a quick and easy snack that brings a little sweetness and crunch to your day, these Mini Doughnut Hot Buttered Cheerios are the perfect solution! With just a few simple ingredients, you can transform plain Cheerios into a warm, cinnamon-sugar coated treat that tastes just like mini doughnuts. This recipe is a great snack for both kids and adults, and it comes together in just 10 minutes.
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)
Directions:
1. Mix the Cinnamon-Sugar:
- In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon and granulated sugar. Set aside.
2. Toast the Cheerios:
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Once the butter has melted, stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the Cheerios to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the butter.
- Cook the Cheerios for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are lightly toasted and fragrant.
3. Add the Cinnamon-Sugar:
- Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the toasted Cheerios.
- Toss the Cheerios to coat them thoroughly in the sweet mixture.
4. Serve and Enjoy:
- Allow the Cheerios to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- If desired, add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
- Serve in small bowls and enjoy this simple, sweet, and crunchy snack!
Recipe Notes:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cooking Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 150 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4 servings
A Quick and Satisfying Snack
These Mini Doughnut Hot Buttered Cheerios are perfect for when you’re craving something sweet but don’t have much time to spend in the kitchen. The combination of buttery Cheerios coated in cinnamon sugar is simple yet incredibly satisfying, and it makes a great snack for movie nights, after-school treats, or any time you need a little pick-me-up.
With their light crunch and doughnut-inspired flavor, these Cheerios will quickly become a favorite in your snack rotation. Enjoy them warm for an extra cozy treat!
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Mini Doughnut Hot Buttered Cheerios
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
These Mini Doughnut Hot Buttered Cheerios are the perfect quick snack when you’re craving something sweet and crunchy. Coated in warm butter and toasted to perfection, the Cheerios are then sprinkled with a delicious cinnamon-sugar mixture, giving them a doughnut-like flavor in every bite. The contrast of the buttery crunch and the sweetness of the cinnamon-sugar makes this snack irresistible.
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
In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and sugar, then set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the vanilla extract and stir well.
Add the Cheerios to the skillet, tossing to coat them evenly in the butter. Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the Cheerios are lightly toasted.
Remove from heat and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the Cheerios, tossing to coat thoroughly.
Allow the Cheerios to cool for a few minutes before serving. Add a pinch of salt to taste if desired. Enjoy this simple, sweet, and crunchy snack!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 150