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Mini Doughnut Fried Cheerios Recipe

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Mini Doughnut Fried Cheerios is a delightful snack that transforms simple Cheerios into a warm, crispy treat coated with cinnamon sugar. This quick and easy recipe involves frying the cereal in butter and then tossing it with a sweet cinnamon sugar blend, creating a nostalgic taste reminiscent of mini doughnuts.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups Cheerios cereal
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Heat Butter: In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted and starting to foam, ensuring even coating for the cereal.
  2. Fry Cheerios: Add the Cheerios to the skillet and fry them in the melted butter, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes or until they become golden and slightly crispy.
  3. Drain Excess Butter: Remove the skillet from heat and carefully drain off any excess butter to prevent sogginess, leaving just enough to help the cinnamon sugar stick.
  4. Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon evenly.
  5. Toss Cereal: Transfer the fried Cheerios to a large bowl and immediately toss them with the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated while still warm.
  6. Cool and Serve: Spread the coated Cheerios on a plate or parchment paper to cool slightly and crisp up further before serving.

Notes

  • Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the final snack.
  • Adjust the cinnamon and sugar quantities to your preferred sweetness and spice level.
  • Serve fresh for the crispiest texture as the coating may soften over time.
  • Optionally, add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth in flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.

Keywords: Cheerios, cinnamon sugar, mini doughnut snack, fried cereal, quick snack

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