Description

These Mini Doughnut Hot Buttered Cheerios are pure nostalgia in a bowl. Crispy, buttery Cheerios tossed in warm cinnamon sugar taste just like mini doughnuts from the fair—only easier and faster. Made with just a handful of pantry staples, this sweet-and-salty snack comes together in minutes and is perfect for movie night, parties, or when you want something fun instead of popcorn. One bite and you’ll be reaching back for more.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups plain Cheerios

¼ cup salted butter

¼ tsp pure vanilla extract

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 tsp ground cinnamon

Pinch of salt (optional, to taste)

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in vanilla.

Add Cheerios and toss to coat evenly in butter.

Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring often, until lightly toasted and fragrant.

Remove from heat and immediately sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the Cheerios. Toss until evenly coated.

Let cool slightly and enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Category: Breakfast

Nutrition

Calories: ~190–210 per serving
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Protein: ~3 g