Description
A quick and delightful snack combining the simplicity of Cheerios with rich, buttery goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Cheerios
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- a pinch of salt
- Optional mix-ins: vanilla extract, cinnamon
Instructions
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Once the butter is melted, stir in the brown sugar until combined.
- Add the Cheerios to the skillet, tossing them gently in the mixture until fully coated.
- Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to toast the Cheerios lightly.
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt before serving and give the mixture a final toss.
Notes
Feel free to add nuts, chocolate, or spices for variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 1-2 days.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: snack, easy recipe, kids favorite, comfort food