Cinnamon Sugar Crispy Churro Snacks Recipe
These Churro Snacks are a delightful, crunchy treat made by coating cereal squares with butter and cinnamon sugar, then baking them to crisp perfection. They capture the sweet and warm flavors of traditional churros in a quick and easy snack form, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth anytime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Churro Snack Ingredients
- 6 cups cereal squares (such as Chex or similar)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until well combined to create the cinnamon sugar blend.
- Melt Butter: Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop until fully liquid and warmed.
- Coat Cereal: Place the cereal squares in a large mixing bowl. Pour the melted butter over the cereal and gently toss or stir to evenly coat all the pieces without crushing them.
- Toss with Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the coated cereal and toss again gently to distribute the sugary cinnamon coating evenly across the cereal.
- Bake to Crisp: Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C). Spread the coated cereal in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the cereal snacks are crisp and slightly toasted. Allow to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Use a lower oven temperature and slow baking to avoid burning the sugar coating and to keep the cereal crunchy.
- Store cooled churro snacks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- You can customize the sweetness or cinnamon level by adjusting the sugar and cinnamon amounts.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with margarine or coconut oil.
Keywords: churro snacks, cinnamon sugar snacks, buttery cereal snack, baked cereal treat, easy snack recipe
