Recipe

churros snacks

Written by Deborah Jackson

 

 

Best Ever Churro Bites – The Ultimate Sweet & Crunchy Snack

Crunchy, sweet, and coated in cinnamon sugar—these churro-inspired bites deliver classic churro flavor without frying. Quick, easy, and dangerously addictive!

Why You’ll Love These Churro Bites

  • No frying: Oven-baked for easy prep and cleanup.
  • Sweet & crunchy: Buttery caramel coating plus cinnamon sugar.
  • Perfect for sharing: Ideal for parties, movie nights, and snacking.

Ingredients (Best Amazon Picks)

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Oven

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Prepare the Cereal

Place Honeycomb cereal in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3: Make the Sweet Coating

  1. Combine brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup in a saucepan.
  2. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  3. Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract and baking soda.

Step 4: Coat the Cereal

Pour the hot mixture over cereal and toss gently until evenly coated.

Step 5: Add Cinnamon Sugar

Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle over cereal and toss again.

Step 6: Bake

Spread cereal evenly on baking sheet. Bake for 8 minutes, stirring halfway.

Step 7: Cool & Serve

Cool completely, then break into bite-sized pieces.

Pro Tips

  • Stir after baking for even crunch.
  • Let cool completely before storing.
  • Try Chex or Corn Pops as cereal swaps.
  • Drizzle with chocolate or sprinkle sea salt for a gourmet twist.

Serving Suggestions

  • Dip in melted chocolate or caramel sauce
  • Serve over vanilla ice cream
  • Sprinkle over yogurt or oatmeal
  • Pair with coffee or hot chocolate

Final Thoughts

These Best Ever Churro Bites bring all the joy of classic churros into a crunchy, oven-baked snack. Easy to make, impossible to resist, and perfect for any occasion.

 

About the author

Deborah Jackson