Mini Doughnut Fried Cheerios Recipe
Mini Doughnut Fried Cheerios is a nostalgic and fun snack recipe where Cheerios are pan-fried in butter until crispy and golden, then coated with a sweet cinnamon sugar mix. This simple treat offers a delightful combination of buttery crunch and warm cinnamon sweetness, perfect for an easy snack or dessert.
- Author: Mick
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cheerios cereal
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar (1 tablespoon sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon)
- Heat the butter: In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until it is fully melted and starting to bubble but not brown.
- Fry the Cheerios: Add the Cheerios to the melted butter and gently stir or toss them in the skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the Cheerios are coated in butter and become slightly crispy and golden. Be careful not to burn them.
- Toss in cinnamon sugar: Remove the skillet from heat and immediately add the cinnamon sugar to the fried Cheerios. Toss thoroughly to ensure every piece is evenly coated with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Cool and serve: Transfer the Mini Doughnut Fried Cheerios to a plate or bowl to cool slightly before enjoying as a warm, crispy cinnamon snack.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the snack.
- For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of nutmeg or vanilla powder to the cinnamon sugar.
- Monitor the Cheerios closely while frying to prevent burning.
- Best served fresh and warm for maximum crispness.
Keywords: Cheerios snack, mini doughnuts, cinnamon sugar snack, fried cereal, easy snack recipe