Mini Doughnut Fried Cheerios Recipe
Mini Doughnut Fried Cheerios is a fun and simple snack that transforms classic Cheerios cereal into bite-sized, crispy, buttery treats coated with sweet cinnamon sugar. Perfect for a quick, nostalgic snack or a unique party appetizer.
- Author: Ria
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 snack-sized serving 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cheerios
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar (1 tablespoon sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon cinnamon)
- Heat the Butter: Melt butter in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat until fully melted and beginning to bubble gently, ensuring it doesn’t brown.
- Fry the Cheerios: Add Cheerios to the melted butter and stir constantly for about 2-3 minutes, allowing them to absorb the butter and become lightly toasted and crispy without burning.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Remove the fried Cheerios from the heat and immediately sprinkle cinnamon sugar over them. Toss gently to ensure each piece is evenly coated with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Cool and Serve: Spread the coated Cheerios on a plate to cool slightly so they crisp up and the sugar coating sets. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the snack.
- Adjust cinnamon sugar amount to taste if you prefer sweeter or spicier coating.
- Keep stirring the Cheerios while frying to avoid burning and ensure even crispness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 2 days.
Keywords: Cheerios snack, mini doughnut Cheerios, cinnamon sugar snack, quick snack recipe, fried Cheerios