HOT BUTTERED CHEERIOS
🧂 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 |
👩🍳 Directions
1️⃣ Melt & Scent
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and let it bloom for a few seconds.
2️⃣ Toast the Cereal
Add the Cheerios, stirring gently to coat them in the buttery mix. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring often, until they’re lightly toasted and crisp.
3️⃣ Add the Sweet Touch
In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the warm cereal, tossing until everything is evenly coated.
4️⃣ Cool & Enjoy
Spread the cereal on a tray or plate to cool completely. Snack away — every bite tastes like a cozy memory.
