Description
This Mini Doughnut Hot Buttered Toasted Cheerios recipe is a nostalgic, sweet, and buttery snack that tastes just like old-fashioned cinnamon sugar doughnuts! Made with just a handful of pantry staples, this quick and easy treat is perfect for an afternoon snack, a fun party mix, or a cozy late-night indulgence. Crunchy, warm, and coated in cinnamon sugar goodness, these toasted Cheerios are completely irresistible.
Ingredients
For the Buttery Cinnamon Coating:
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Toasted Cheerios:
- 4 cups Cheerios™ OR Cinnamon Cheerios™ cereal
For the Doughnut-Inspired Sugar Coating:
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Melt the Butter: In a large skillet over low heat, melt the butter and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Toast the Cheerios: Add the cereal to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes until they are lightly toasted and fragrant.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Transfer the toasted Cheerios to a large bowl, sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon, and toss until evenly coated.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let the mixture cool slightly before serving. Enjoy as a snack or pour into a bowl with milk for a fun cereal twist!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Adjust the cinnamon-sugar ratio to taste for a stronger or milder flavor.
- Experiment with variations by using pumpkin spice, nutmeg, or a touch of cocoa powder.
- For a crunchy texture, bake the coated Cheerios at 300°F for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American