Hot Buttered Cinnamon Sugar Cheerios Recipe
Hot Buttered Cheerios is a warm, comforting snack that features toasted Cheerios coated in a buttery cinnamon sugar mixture. This easy-to-make recipe combines the rich flavors of melted salted butter, vanilla, and cinnamon sugar for a delightful twist on traditional cereal. Perfect for snacking or serving at gatherings, it delivers a crispy, sweet treat with a warm, homemade feel.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon table salt
- 4 cups Cheerios cereal
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter, sliced
- 1 ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine the cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, stir together the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and table salt until well combined. Set aside.
- Melt the butter: Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced salted butter and allow it to melt completely. Once melted, stir in the pure vanilla extract to infuse the butter with flavor.
- Toast the Cheerios: Add the Cheerios cereal to the skillet, stirring constantly for about 3 to 5 minutes. Toast the cereal until it develops a nice golden color and fragrant aroma, being careful not to burn it. Remove the skillet from heat once toasted.
- Coat with cinnamon sugar: Sprinkle the prepared cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the toasted Cheerios. Stir or gently toss the cereal to ensure every piece is completely coated with the cinnamon sugar blend.
- Cool and serve: Allow the coated cereal to cool completely on a baking sheet or plate. Once cooled, serve as a warm, sweet snack or store in an airtight container for later.
Notes
- Make sure to stir constantly while toasting Cheerios to avoid burning.
- Use a nonstick skillet for easier stirring and cleanup.
- Allow the cereal to cool before packaging to maintain crispness.
- Can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free snack, use gluten-free Cheerios.
Keywords: Hot Buttered Cheerios, toasted cereal, cinnamon sugar Cheerios, buttery snack, easy snack recipe
