Looking for a tasty and easy-to-make snack that will satisfy your sweet tooth and keep you full for hours? Look no further than Mini Donut Hot Buttered Cheerios! This delicious recipe takes only a few minutes to prepare and features a blend of crunchy Cheerios, sweet sugar, warm cinnamon, and melted butter. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, or a late-night treat, Mini Donut Hot Buttered Cheerios are sure to hit the spot!
Mini Donut Hot Buttered Cheerios have become a beloved snack in our household. My husband is a big fan of anything with a cinnamon-sugar coating, and my kids love the fun shape of the Cheerios. We first discovered this recipe a few months ago when we were looking for a quick snack to make during a movie night at home. Since then, we’ve made Mini Donut Hot Buttered Cheerios for breakfast, dessert, and everything in between. They’re perfect for any occasion and always leave us wanting more!
Why This Snack is So Addictive
Mini Donut Hot Buttered Cheerios are the ultimate snack food for anyone who loves sweet and crunchy treats. Here’s what makes this recipe so unique:
- Quick and Easy: With only a handful of ingredients and a few minutes in the microwave, Mini Donut Hot Buttered Cheerios are one of the easiest snacks you can make. They’re perfect for busy mornings, lazy afternoons, or late-night cravings.
- Deliciously Sweet: The combination of sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter creates a sweet and indulgent coating that perfectly complements the crunch of the Cheerios. This recipe is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth!
- Fun and Unique Shape: By shaping the Cheerios into mini donuts, this recipe adds a fun and playful twist to a classic snack. Kids and adults alike will love the unique shape and texture of Mini Donut Hot Buttered Cheerios.
Ingredients:
- 56g (1/4 cup) butter
- 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) vanilla extract
- 112g (4 cups) Cheerios or oat o’s cereal
- 50g (1/4 cup) granulated sugar
- 1g (1 tsp) ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Directions:
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in the microwave until fully melted.
- Add the vanilla extract and cereal to the bowl and mix well to combine.
- Microwave the mixture for 3-4 minutes, stirring every minute until the cereal is evenly coated and lightly toasted.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the sugar mixture over the cereal mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Notes:
- You can use any type of cereal you like for this recipe, but Cheerios or oat o’s work best for their shape and texture.
- For a healthier version, you can substitute the sugar with a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup.
- Be sure to stir the cereal mixture well every minute during microwaving to ensure even toasting and coating.
Mini Donut Hot Buttered Cheerios - The Perfect Snack for Any Time of Day!
Ingredients
- 56 g 1/4 cup butter
- 2.5 ml 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 112 g 4 cups Cheerios or oat o's cereal
- 50 g 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 g 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in the microwave until fully melted.
- Add the vanilla extract and cereal to the bowl and mix well to combine.
- Microwave the mixture for 3-4 minutes, stirring every minute until the cereal is evenly coated and lightly toasted.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the sugar mixture over the cereal mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Notes
For a healthier version, you can substitute the sugar with a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup.
Be sure to stir the cereal mixture well every minute during microwaving to ensure even toasting and coating.