Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal (Printable Version)

Crunchy cinnamon-sugar coated cereal squares with a crispy texture and sweet flavor.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 120 grams all-purpose flour
02 - 50 grams granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 60 milliliters milk
07 - 28 grams unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Topping

09 - 25 grams granulated sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - 14 grams unsalted butter, melted

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, 50 grams sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, and baking powder to ensure even distribution.
02 - Add milk, 28 grams melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture; stir thoroughly until a uniform dough forms.
03 - Set the oven temperature to 175°C (350°F) and allow it to fully preheat.
04 - Place dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll out evenly to an approximate thickness of 3 millimeters.
05 - Remove the top parchment sheet, then cut the dough into 1.25 centimeter-square pieces using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
06 - Transfer the parchment with cut dough to a baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the pieces turn golden brown and crisp.
07 - While baking, mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl and melt the butter separately.
08 - Remove baked squares from the oven, brush with melted butter immediately, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top while warm; allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
09 - Once cooled, separate any pieces stuck together and serve fresh, or store in an airtight container for up to seven days.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Reduce topping sugar to decrease overall sweetness. Store in airtight containers to preserve crispness.