HOT BUTTERED CHEERIOS
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The kind of snack that tastes like childhood — warm butter, a hint of cinnamon, and that golden crunch that fills the kitchen with comfort.
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🧂 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Salted butter, sliced | ½ cup |
| Cheerios cereal | 4 cups |
| Granulated sugar | ¼ cup |
| Ground cinnamon | 1 teaspoon |
| Table salt | ¼ teaspoon |
| Pure vanilla extract | 1¼ teaspoons |
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Melt & Infuse
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the vanilla extract until fragrant.
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2️⃣ Toast the Cheerios
Add the Cheerios to the skillet and gently toss to coat. Toast for 3–5 minutes, stirring often, until golden and lightly crisp.
3️⃣ Sweeten the Crunch
In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Sprinkle over the warm cereal and toss until evenly coated.
4️⃣ Cool & Serve
Spread the coated Cheerios on a tray or plate and let cool completely. Enjoy by the handful — warm memories included.
