Churro Snacks (Easy Churro Bites!)

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Let’s be honest: sometimes, you just need a little something sweet and crunchy to get you through the day. Enter these irresistible Churro Snacks—bite-sized cereal treats tossed in buttery cinnamon sugar and baked until crisp. Imagine classic churro flavor, but way less work and a lot more snacking. Comfort food at its easiest!

Why You’ll Love These Churro Snacks

• Quick and easy: No frying, no fuss—just mix, bake, and eat.
  
• Addictive: The combo of honeycomb cereal and cinnamon sugar is honestly next-level.
  
• Perfect for sharing: Movie night, school snacks, or just eating straight off the pan.
  

Ingredients

• 5 cups Honeycomb cereal
  
• ⅔ cup brown sugar
  
• ½ cup butter (1 stick)
  
• ⅓ cup corn syrup
  
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  
• ½ cup granulated sugar
  
• 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
  

Instructions

1. Prep & Set Up:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Dump the cereal into a big bowl and set aside.
   
2. Make the Syrup:
   In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup over medium heat. Stir constantly until it starts to boil, then keep stirring and let it bubble for 1 more minute.
   
3. Bubble & Pour:
   Take the pan off the heat. Stir in vanilla and baking soda—the mixture will foam up (this is the fun part!). Pour this warm caramel over the cereal and toss until everything’s coated.
   
4. Cinnamon-Sugar Magic:
   In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle it all over the sticky cereal and toss again to coat every piece.
   
5. Bake for Crunch:
   Spread the cereal onto your prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8 minutes, stirring halfway through so everything gets golden and crisp.
   
6. Cool & Snack:
   Let your churro bites cool completely on the pan. Break into clusters and store in an airtight container (good luck making them last that long!).
   

Tips & Tricks

• Use any crunchy cereal you like—Honeycomb works great, but try Chex or Crispix for a twist.
  
• For extra decadence, drizzle with melted chocolate once cooled.
  
• Want them extra cinnamon-y? Add more to the sugar mix—no one’s judging!
  

FAQ

Can I make these ahead?
Absolutely! They keep for up to a week in an airtight container.

Can I skip the corn syrup?
You can swap in honey or maple syrup, but the texture may be a bit stickier.

What’s the best way to serve these?
Honestly, right out of the bowl is best. But they’re also perfect for parties or packaged as a homemade gift.

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