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Mini Doughnut Fried Cheerios (

Mini Doughnut Fried Cheerios for Sweet Joyful Snacking

Transform plain Cheerios into Mini Doughnut Fried Cheerios, a sweet and salty masterpiece perfect for snacking!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 cups Cheerios The star of the show, providing a wonderful crunchy texture.
  • ¼ cup Salted Butter Adds a rich, creamy flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Infuses a sweet note that enhances overall flavor.
For the Coating
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the treat.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Brings warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances all flavors; optional.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare cinnamon sugar mix by combining equal parts granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
  2. In a large skillet, melt ¼ cup of salted butter over medium heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract once melted.
  3. Add 4 cups of Cheerios to the skillet and toast them for approximately 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until lightly toasted.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the warm Cheerios, tossing to coat.
  5. Allow the coated Cheerios to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality butter and adjust cinnamon based on your preference. Best enjoyed warm, but maintains crunch at room temperature for a few hours.

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