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    Home » Recipes » Snacks » Fried Cheerios Recipe with Truffle Oil and Parmesan

    Published: Mar 11, 2021 · Updated: Mar 11, 2021 by Sharon Garofalow | This post may contain affiliate links. See the privacy policy linked in my footer.

    Fried Cheerios Recipe with Truffle Oil and Parmesan

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    Ingredients to make fried cheerios and a pan with a close up of cheerios with text in between.
    Cheerios in a bowl with a toy car and flowers around it with text.
    Close up of a bowl with fried cheerios and flowers with text around it.
    Close up of hot buttered cheerios with text around it.

    Fried Cheerios™ are a thing and you need to try them! This version with truffle oil and parmesan cheese is flavorful and totally savory. This quick and easy, mom-friendly snack recipe can be made in under 10 minutes!

    And trust me, you’re going to want to shove these in your face.

    A bowl on a table with Fried Cheerios and a toy car in the background.

    This post was originally published in 2016 and has been updated with better instructions and images.

    Why this recipe works

    Fried Cheerios, also sometimes known as Hot Buttered Cheerios™, is one of those snack recipes where the minute you see it you think, “where have you been all my life.”

    It’s a simple idea that takes your favorite kid’s snack and makes them more flavorful and just right for a grown-up’s palette.

    It takes just a few ingredients, most of which you will probably have on hand! Plus this would make a next level Cheerios™ snack mix. Can you even imagine?! 

    With just a sautee pan and spatula, you can create this quick recipe right on the stovetop. It makes a bunch and its great treat to share with mom-friends.

    And your kids probably won’t like them which is GREAT since they steal everything else of ours. (wink).

    This recipe is also almost foolproof. Unless you burn them, you really can’t make these wrong!

    Fried would be a great addition to a family snack board. Or pair it with Chocolate Yogurt Dip and Banana Bites for a little snack buffet.

    Ingredient notes

    Labeled ingredients for making hot buttered cheerios.

    Cheerios are the perfect amount of crunch with a touch of sweet. I would only use the plain version for this Fried Cheerios recipe, none of the flavored kinds.

    For this recipe to work the best use the pre-grated parmesan cheese that you find in the round can in the pasta aisle. The kind found in the refrigerated area won’t melt correctly and mix well.

    I found the truffle oil at the grocery store which was really imitation flavor added to olive oil, but you can buy it online also. Or you can leave it out if you don’t enjoy the flavor of truffle.

    If you find actual truffle oil (not just flavored olive oil), add to taste. It will be more pungent so you’ll most likely use less than called for in this Fried Cheerios recipe.

    I did a mix of garlic powder and Old Bay for this Fried Cheerios recipe. If you don’t have Old Bay, you can use plain salt instead.

    How to Make Fried Cheerios – step by step

    Melted butter in a pan with seasonings and parmesan cheese.

    Melt butter in a frying pan. Add the truffle oil or truffle-flavored olive oil and mix well.
    Add garlic powder, Old Bay and parmesan and mix well.

    Cheerios in melted butter in a pan on the stove.

    Add in Cheerios and stir to coat.

    A pan with fried cheerios on the stove.

    Continue cooking for about 4 minutes until golden brown and toasty.

    YOU GUYS! Fried Cheerios are the snack you didn’t know you even needed or wanted!

    Tips and tricks

    • To make sure the Fried Cheerios are extra crunchy, lay them out on a sheet pan to dry out a little before serving. This step will not make or break the recipe if you are in a snack emergency.
    • If you couldn’t tell by all the desserts I have on the site, I love sweets. You can swap out the savory ingredients and use sweet instead! Make these taste like churros with a little cinnamon and sugar!
    • Although I haven’t tried it, I don’t see why you couldn’t use the Gluten-Free Cheerios if you needed to.
    • Add to or take away spices to the Hot Buttered Cheerios as you like. Rosemary would be a good addition as would black pepper!
    How do you store Fried Cheerios?

    Because of the dairy, I would store any leftover buttered Cheerios in an air-tight container in the fridge. I always serve this at parties and don’t have any leftover so I’m not sure how badly they might lose their crunch. I am guessing you could put them on a pan under the broil for a minute to bring them back to life.

    I have seen other people say they just keep them in a plastic zipper bag for up to a week and they are fine… You do what you feel safest with. I’m a worrywart. Which ever way you store them, be sure they are completely cooled before putting a lid on or in a bag.

    Can you make Hot Buttered Cheerios in the microwave?

    Yes! Use a large, microwave safe bowl. Melt the butter. Add the cereal and seasonings and stir. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring every minute.

    A bowl with Cheerios with flowers around it.

    Seriously! You are going to love these easy and delicious Fried Cheerios! They are savory and crunchy – like you want your snacks to be! 

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    close up of an orange bowl with Cheerios, a small flower and a toy car in the background.

    Fried Cheerios with Truffle and Parmesan

    These savory Fried Cheerios get an upgrade with some truffle oil and parmesan cheese. Make these hot buttered Cheerios for an easy snack that is ready in under 10 minutes.
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    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 3 minutes
    Total Time: 8 minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 132kcal
    Author: Sharon Garofalow

    Ingredients

    • 4 cups Cheerios
    • 1/4 cup butter
    • 4 TBSP grated Parmesan Cheese
    • 2 TBSP olive oil with truffle Or truffle oil
    • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
    • 1/8 tsp Old Bay seasoning

    Instructions

    • Melt butter in a frying pan.
    • Add the truffle oil or truffle flavored olive oil and mix well.
    • Add garlic powder, Old Bay and parmesan and mix well.
    • Add in Cheerios and stir to coat.
    • Stir for 4 minutes.
    • Let cool, then enjoy!

    Notes

    • If you don’t have Old Bay, you can use plain salt instead.
    • If you find actual truffle oil (not just flavored olive oil), add to taste. It will be more pungent so you’ll most likely use less.
    • To make sure the Fried Cheerios are extra crunchy, lay them out on a sheet pan to dry out a little before serving. This step will not make or break the recipe if you are in a snack emergency.
    • You can swap out the savory ingredients and use sweet instead! Make these Fried Cheerios taste like churros with a little cinnamon and sugar!
    • Add to or take away spices as you like. Rosemary and black pepper would be a good additions or substitutes. 

      Nutrition

      Serving: 0.5cups | Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 546IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 4mg
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      About Sharon Garofalow

      Sharon lives in Southern California with her adorable family. She loves to share ideas to make mom life easier and encourage busy gals to make time for themselves too! Sharon's "me" time often includes watching Hallmark Channel movies, sipping sauvignon blanc, trying not to eat Salt and Pepper potato chips, and planning girlfriend getaways.

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      1. Nick Gerakines says

        April 04, 2016 at 3:51 pm

        This is such a great snack. I’ve made this before (just last week) and this recipe looks tasty.

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        • Sharon Garofalow says

          April 04, 2016 at 5:28 pm

          I think I heard about Buttered Cheerios from you!! Hope you guys are well!!

          Reply
      2. Stephanie says

        April 04, 2016 at 12:44 pm

        What a great way to honor your sister-in-law! We are huge Cheerios™ fans here (I have always loved the Honey Nut Cheerios™). I can think of a few deserving moms that I could give a box as a thank you for all they do for my family! #client

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        • Sharon Garofalow says

          April 04, 2016 at 12:55 pm

          I love how Cheerios™ are the perfect snack, no matter what age you are!

          Reply

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