Buttered Cheerios: The Sweet & Salty Snack You Need Today

Buttered Cheerios are a nostalgic sweet and salty snack that combines simplicity with delightful flavor, perfect for movie nights.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Holiday Party Snacks

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cheerios

3 cups Cheerios Any variety, like original or Honey Nut

For the Coating

4 tablespoons Butter (Salted) Can substitute with vegan butter
1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Avoid imitation vanilla

For the Sweetness

½ cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust to taste or use pumpkin spice
¼ teaspoon Salt Optional, adjust based on taste

Equipment

large skillet
small bowl
baking sheet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Mini Doughnut Hot Buttered Cheerios

In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon, mixing thoroughly to create a delightful cinnamon-sugar mixture. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of salted butter over medium heat for about 2 minutes, stirring in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract until fully combined.
Add 3 cups of Cheerios to the skillet. Stir gently for about 3 minutes, coating the cereal evenly until slightly golden.
Remove the skillet from heat, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the toasted Cheerios, and toss gently.
Allow the coated Cheerios to cool on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Always use fresh butter and pure vanilla extract for optimal flavor. Avoid overcrowding the skillet for even toasting.

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