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Mini Donut Hot Buttered Cheerios

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Mini Donut Hot Buttered Cheerios are a delightful twist on classic cereal, coated in a sweet buttery mixture with hints of cinnamon and vanilla.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon table salt
  • ½ cup salted butter sliced
  • 1¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 4 cups Cheerios cereal

Instructions

  1. Prepare Butter Mixture: In a small saucepan, combine sugar, cinnamon, salt, and butter. Heat over low heat until butter is melted. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  2. Coat Cheerios: Place Cheerios in a large bowl. Pour the butter mixture over the Cheerios and toss until evenly coated.
  3. Bake: Spread the coated Cheerios on a baking sheet and bake at 325°F for 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  4. Cool & Enjoy: Allow the Mini Donut Hot Buttered Cheerios to cool before serving.

Notes

  • You can add a sprinkle of powdered sugar or cocoa powder for extra flavor.
  • Feel free to customize the sweetness or spice level to your preference.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 210 kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 220 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg