I could not get this out of my house fast enough! It was way too good, I couldn’t stop eating it!

In recent years, churro snacks have gained popularity as a delightful treat enjoyed by people of all ages. Originating from Spain and Portugal, churros have become a beloved dessert around the world. In this article, we’ll explore a simple and delicious recipe for making churro snacks using Honeycomb cereal. Whether you’re craving a sweet indulgence for yourself or planning a party, these homemade churro snacks are sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients:

Ingredients Quantity
Honeycomb cereal 5 cups
Brown sugar ⅔ cup
Butter ½ cup (1 stick)
Corn syrup ⅓ cup
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
Baking soda ¼ teaspoon
Granulated sugar ½ cup
Cinnamon 1 ½ teaspoons

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Cereal Base

  1. Preheat Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare a Baking Sheet:
    • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  3. Measure Cereal:
    • Place 5 cups of Honeycomb cereal in a large mixing bowl and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Caramel Coating

  1. Combine Ingredients:
    • In a medium saucepan, combine ⅔ cup brown sugar, ½ cup butter, and ⅓ cup corn syrup. Stir continuously over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
  2. Boil and Remove:
    • Allow the mixture to boil for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
  3. Add Vanilla and Baking Soda:
    • Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and ¼ teaspoon baking soda. The mixture will bubble up and become frothy.

Step 3: Coat and Bake the Cereal

  1. Coat the Cereal:
    • Pour the caramel mixture over the Honeycomb cereal. Gently stir until all the cereal pieces are evenly coated.
  2. Spread on Baking Sheet:
    • Spread the coated cereal evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Bake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking.

Step 4: Cinnamon-Sugar Coating

  1. Mix Cinnamon-Sugar:
    • In a small bowl, combine ½ cup granulated sugar and 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon.
  2. Coat Cereal:
    • Once the cereal is baked, immediately sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the hot cereal. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 5: Cool and Serve

  1. Cool:
    • Allow the coated cereal to cool completely on the baking sheet.
  2. Serve:
    • Once cooled, transfer the churro snacks to a serving bowl or airtight container for storage.

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