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Hot Buttered Cheerios - Mini Doughnuts

Donya Mullins
Toasted cheerios tossed in cinnamon sugar have all the flavors of mini doughnuts, and are perfect for movie night, game day and a must for road trips.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 5 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
  • 4 cups Cheerios
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt - optional

Instructions
 

  • Add sugar, cinnamon, and salt to a small bowl and mix. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter. Add vanilla and stir. Add cereal to butter and toss to coat. Toast Cheerios over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cinnamon sugar over buttered cereal and toss. Let cool and enjoy!
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