Description
Crispy cheerios dance with buttery warmth in this nostalgic mini doughnut treat. Sweet and salty flavors blend seamlessly, offering you a delightful bite-sized snack that sparks childhood memories with each delectable crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups cheerios
- ¼ cup salted butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Spice Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Flavor Enhancers:
- ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Salt to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Create a delicate cinnamon-sugar blend by thoroughly mixing ground cinnamon and granulated sugar in a compact mixing vessel, then reserve for later application.
- Position a spacious skillet over medium thermal intensity and gently melt unsalted butter until it transforms into a smooth, golden liquid.
- Introduce pure vanilla extract into the melted butter, stirring meticulously to ensure complete integration of aromatics.
- Cascade whole grain Cheerios into the fragrant butter mixture, carefully tumbling the cereal to guarantee uniform coating and absorption of rich, buttery essence.
- Allow Cheerios to toast gently, occasionally rotating them to prevent scorching, until they develop a light golden-brown complexion and emit a warm, nutty fragrance.
- Extinguish the cooking flame and immediately disperse the prepared cinnamon-sugar mixture across the toasted Cheerios, employing a gentle tossing motion to achieve comprehensive coverage.
- Permit the glazed Cheerios to rest momentarily, enabling the sugar to slightly crystallize and create a delicate, crunchy exterior.
- Optionally enhance the flavor profile with a whisper of sea salt, which will accentuate the sweet and buttery notes.
- Transfer to a serving vessel and relish this effortless, indulgent snack while still slightly warm.
Notes
- Achieve golden, crispy perfection by stirring Cheerios constantly while toasting to prevent burning.
- Customize sweetness levels by adjusting the amount of cinnamon-sugar mixture sprinkled over the toasted cereal.
- Serve immediately after cooling for maximum crunchiness and optimal flavor intensity.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days to maintain texture.
- Elevate this snack by adding chopped nuts or a drizzle of melted chocolate for extra indulgence.
- Use unsalted butter to better control the salt content and enhance the overall taste profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 152
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 61 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg