Cereal Croutons

Prep: 5 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Cereal croutons offer a crunchy, flavorful snack or topping with a hint of garlic and seasoned salt, perfect for adding texture to salads or enjoying on their own. Made from multi-grain Cheerios, these croutons are a fun and innovative way to elevate your snacking experience.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups multi-grain Cheerios
  • 2 teaspoons corn oil
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Mix seasoned salt, celery salt, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
  2. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
  3. Put oil in a shallow baking pan; tilt to coat the pan evenly.
  4. Add cereal to the pan and toss to coat with oil.
  5. Sprinkle the salt mixture over the cereal and toss to distribute evenly.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes, then stir well.
  7. Bake for an additional 15 minutes until crispy.
  8. Cool on paper towels before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

375 kcal 19% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.7g 15% DV
Total Fat 26.3g 34% DV
Carbs 30g 11% DV
Fiber 4.5g 16% DV
Sugar 2.8g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9822.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 428.8mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 6.5mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 1.9mg 2% DV
Calcium 62mg 5% DV
Iron 2.2mg 12% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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