If you love the warm, cinnamon-sugar magic of churros but don’t want to deal with dough, frying, or messy oil, these Easy Churro Snacks are about to become your new favorite treat. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples, you can create a sweet, crunchy snack that tastes just like churros—without the hassle.
This recipe is kid-approved, adult-adored, and perfect for everything from after-school snacks to holiday treats and party bowls. Even better, it’s endlessly customizable, so you can switch up the cereal, add chocolate, or toss in nuts to make it your own.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Only 10 minutes of prep
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No frying or special techniques
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Perfect balance of cinnamon and sugar
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Crowd-pleasing for kids and adults
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Great for holidays, parties, or everyday snacking
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Easy to customize with different cereals or add-ins
Ingredients
Makes about 10 servings
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5 cups Honeycomb cereal
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⅔ cup brown sugar
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½ cup butter (1 stick)
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⅓ cup corn syrup
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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¼ teaspoon baking soda
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½ cup granulated sugar
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1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
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Large mixing bowl
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Medium saucepan
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Wooden spoon or heat-safe spatula
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Baking sheet
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Parchment paper
How to Make Easy Churro Snacks
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
Step 2: Prepare the Cereal
Pour the Honeycomb cereal into a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
Step 3: Make the Syrup
In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture comes to a boil. Let it boil for 1–2 minutes, then remove from heat.
Stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam slightly—this helps create a light, crunchy coating.
Step 4: Coat the Cereal
Immediately pour the hot syrup over the cereal. Gently toss with a spoon or spatula until all pieces are evenly coated.
Step 5: Bake
Spread the coated cereal in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until lightly golden and crisp.
Step 6: Add Cinnamon Sugar
While the cereal bakes, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. As soon as the cereal comes out of the oven, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over it and toss to coat evenly.
Step 7: Cool and Serve
Let the churro snacks cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break into clusters and serve.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Tips & Variations
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Cereal swap: Use Corn Chex, Rice Chex, or popcorn
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Extra indulgent: Drizzle with melted white or dark chocolate
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Nutty crunch: Add roasted almonds, pecans, or peanuts before baking
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Gift-ready: Package in jars or treat bags for holidays or party favors
Final Thoughts
These Easy Churro Snacks deliver everything you love about classic churros—sweet, crunchy, cinnamon-sugar goodness—without the work. Fast, fun, and completely addictive, they’re perfect for sharing or snacking straight from the pan.