Mini Donut Hot Buttered Cheerios (Print Version)
Airy buttered Cheerios tossed with cinnamon and sugar for a sweet, snackable treat.
# Ingredients:
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4 cups plain Cheerios cereal
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1/4 cup unsalted butter
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon salt
# Steps:
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Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
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Add Cheerios to the skillet, stirring frequently for 3 to 5 minutes until the cereal is lightly toasted and coated evenly in the butter-vanilla mixture.
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In a separate small bowl, mix the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt together.
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Remove the skillet from heat. Immediately sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the toasted cereal and toss thoroughly for uniform coverage. Allow the mixture to cool completely for optimal crunch.
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Transfer cooled mixture to an airtight container. Store at room temperature and consume within 3 days for best texture.
# Notes:
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For maximum crispness, allow cereal to cool fully before storing. The snack may lose its crunch if exposed to air for extended periods.