Homemade Cinnamon Toast Crunch is light, crispy, and perfectly coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar blend. Unlike the store-bought version, this cereal isn’t overly sweet or heavy—it’s just the right balance of crunch and flavor. Whether you enjoy it with milk for breakfast or by the handful as a snack, it’s a treat that brings cozy, nostalgic vibes to your kitchen.
Not a cinnamon fan? You can skip it, and the cereal will still turn out wonderfully delicious!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✨ Crunchy, light, and not overly sweet
✨ Made with simple pantry ingredients
✨ Perfect for breakfast or snacking
✨ Fun and easy homemade version of a classic cereal
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
- Large mixing bowl
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife or pizza cutter
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the topping:
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
1. Make the Dough
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, ¼ cup sugar, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder. Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla until a soft dough forms.
2. Roll It Out
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out thin—about ⅛ inch.
3. Cut Into Squares
Peel off the top parchment. Using a knife or pizza cutter, slice the dough into small squares (about ½ inch). Transfer the parchment with cut dough onto a baking sheet.
4. Bake the Cereal
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until golden and crisp.
5. Add the Topping
While cereal bakes, mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Melt butter separately. Once cereal comes out of the oven, brush with melted butter and immediately sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar.
6. Cool & Serve
Let cereal cool completely on a wire rack. Break apart any stuck pieces. Store in an airtight container for up to a week—or dig in right away!
Serving Ideas
- With cold milk for a classic breakfast
- As a crunchy yogurt topping
- Straight from the jar as a snack
- Sprinkled over ice cream for dessert
Homemade Cinnamon Toast Crunch is proof that simple ingredients can make something extraordinary. Light, crunchy, and just sweet enough, it’s a family favorite you’ll find yourself making again and again.