Cinnamon Toast Crunch is a beloved cereal known for its crunchy squares coated in cinnamon and sugar. If you’re looking to recreate that flavor at home, here’s a simple recipe for a homemade version!
Homemade Cinnamon Toast Crunch
Ingredients:
- For the Cereal:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or a gluten-free blend if needed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
- Shape the Cereal: Roll out the dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into small squares (about 1 inch) with a pizza cutter or knife.
- Bake: Spread the squares out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
- Cool: Allow the cereal to cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Cinnamon Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon. Once the cereal is cool, toss it in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
Enjoy!
Serve your homemade Cinnamon Toast Crunch with milk, or enjoy it as a snack on its own. It’s a delightful treat that captures that nostalgic flavor!