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Jennifer Johnson

Mini Doughnut Fried Cheerios: A Sweet Treat Recipe!

Mini Doughnut Fried Cheerios are a delightful sweet treat that combines the crunch of Cheerios with a fluffy doughnut batter, fried to golden perfection and dusted with powdered sugar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Cheerios cereal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Gently fold in the Cheerios until they are evenly coated with the batter.
  5. In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
  6. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of the batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  7. Remove the fried Cheerios with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  8. While still warm, dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a chocolate twist, add 1/4 cup of cocoa powder to the dry ingredients.
  • Experiment with different spices like nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice for a seasonal flavor.

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