Description
Hot Buttered Mini Donut Cheerios are a simple yet delicious treat featuring crunchy cereal coated in melted butter, cinnamon, and sugar to create a warm, donut-like snack without any frying. Perfect for quick breakfasts, afternoon snacking, or easy desserts that come together in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cheerios, lightly packed, measured after pouring into a bowl
- 1/4 cup butter, unsalted works best so you control the salt level
- 1/4 cup white sugar, granulated sugar for even coat
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground cinnamon, fresh from the container for best flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, pure vanilla extract enhances the sweetness
Instructions
- Melt the Butter: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the 1/4 cup butter for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until fully melted. Add the 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract and stir well to combine.
- Combine Sugar and Cinnamon: In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/4 cup white sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon until evenly mixed. This ensures the cinnamon doesn't clump and distributes evenly.
- Coat the Cheerios: Pour the 4 cups of Cheerios into a large bowl and drizzle the melted butter mixture over them while stirring gently with a spoon. Toss for about 1-2 minutes until all the Cheerios are lightly coated with butter.
- Add the Cinnamon Sugar: Pour the cinnamon sugar mixture over the buttered Cheerios and toss continuously for 2-3 minutes, making sure every piece gets coated. You'll know it's ready when the mixture looks evenly golden and fragrant.
- Serve Warm: Transfer the coated Cheerios to a serving bowl and enjoy them warm while the butter is still melted and the flavors are at their peak. They'll stay warm and delicious for about 10-15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes