Fried Cheerios (Hot Buttered Cheerios)
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Fried Cheerios (Hot Buttered Cheerios) is such a fun snack! Salty, buttery, and crunchy, everyone will love it. It’s so easy to make a big batch for your next party.
Crispy Fried Cheerios
Elevate your snack game with this irresistible Fried Cheerios recipe that transforms the classic breakfast cereal into a crispy, buttery, and utterly addictive treat. Perfect for gatherings, movie nights, or simply indulging a craving, this snack takes ordinary Cheerios to a whole new level of deliciousness. And it’s such a simple recipe!
To make hot buttered Cheerios, this classic cereal is gently fried to golden perfection, creating a satisfying crunch with every bite. These Fried Cheerios are a delightful fusion of childhood nostalgia and gourmet indulgence, making them an instant crowd-pleaser. Serve them traditional style, or try adding savory seasonings or sweet candies. Yum!
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How To Make Fried Cheerios
This easy recipe needs just 2 ingredients- Cheerios and salted butter!
Heat a skillet to high heat and add the butter. Once the butter melts, turn the heat down to medium high.
Add 2 cups of Cheerios to the skillet and stir continuously with butter for about 30 seconds.
Then allow the Cheerios to cook in the butter for 3 minutes, stirring about every minute.
Now turn off the heat and move the Cheerios from the skillet to a serving bowl.
Cooking Tips
- The basic ratio is 1 Tablespoon of salted butter to 1 cup of Cheerios, so you can double or triple the recipe as needed
- When you first add the butter to the Cheerios, stir constantly to mix the two ingredients well
- After the Cheerios are fried, you can add more salt or other seasonings to taste
How To Add Flavors To Fried Cheerios
Beyond the basic salted buttery flavor, you can add all kinds of seasonings to make the Cheerios even bolder. Try bbq seasoning, ranch seasoning, cocoa powder, cinnamon sugar, or even mix-ins like candy.
How Do You Crisp Up Stale Cheerios?
To bring stale Cheerios back to life, simply bake them for about 5-10 minutes in a 300 degree oven. Lay the Cheerios out in an even layer on a baking sheet and bake until they are once again crispy. This is a great way to heat up Fried Cheerios that have gone stale.
Can You Freeze Cheerios To Keep Them Fresh?
Yes. Sealed in a freezer-safe bag, cereal will keep for 6 months.
What To Serve With Fried Cheerios
This tasty snack would be great with some sweet treats like Brownie Mix Cookies, S’mores In The Microwave, and Air Fryer Fried Oreos With Crescent Rolls.
Or use these crispy hot butter Cheerios as a topping to dishes like 2-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins With Cake Mix, Bisquick Breakfast Casserole, or Air Fryer Apple Crisp. They add so much crunch and flavor!
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Fried Cheerios (Hot Buttered Cheerios)
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cups Cheerios
Instructions
- Heat a skillet to high heat and add the butter. Once the butter melts, turn the heat down to medium high.
- Add 2 cups of Cheerios to the skillet and stir continuously with butter for about 30 seconds.
- Then allow the Cheerios to cook in the butter for 3 minutes, stirring about every minute.
- Now turn off the heat and move the Cheerios from the skillet to a serving bowl.
Notes
- The basic ratio is 1 Tablespoon of salted butter to 1 cup of Cheerios, so you can double or triple the recipe as needed
- When you first add the butter to the Cheerios, stir constantly to mix the two ingredients well
- After the Cheerios are fried, you can add more salt or other seasonings to taste
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