Do you remember the 90s and all that hype around cereal? I considered cinnamon toast crunch to be one of my favorite choices. But what about homemade cinnamon toast crunch? Sure, let's make it glorious together!

All you need is all-purpose flour, vegan butter, vanilla extract, spray oil, and the option of using either cinnamon and sugar or the cinnamon dust. It is simple and you might already possess the necessary components.

While they may not replicate the original exactly, these homemade cinnamon toast crunch are still satisfying.

You may also like our ultimate giant fluffy cinnamon roll recipe. 

Why Homemade Cinnamon Toast Crunch?

Thousands of people love Homemade Cinnamon Toast Crunch. For a good reason. It has a smooth, flaky texture and just the right amount of sweetness. Your whole family will dig it! The aroma of cinnamon will fill your whole kitchen, and I bet you'll be tempted to grab a few bites right off your baking tray.

The best part? It's incredibly simple to put together. 

This cereal rocks any time of day. Pour it in a bowl with milk, toss it on ice cream, or munch it by the handful. It makes your breakfast better. Go for it as a quick sweet snack. Sprinkle it on yogurt, oatmeal, or even throw it into muffins or cookies for some extra crunch.

Cinnamon Sugar Make This Recipe Better

Cinnamon sugar is the key to the perfect Cinnamon Toast Crunch flavor.

Combine granulated sugar with ground cinnamon to make an ideal mixture.

Tweak the quantity of cinnamon according to your preference, but avoid adding an excessive amount.

Homemade Cinnamon Toast Crunch Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups of all purpose wheat flour, equivalent to 240g.
• 1 cup (224g) of plant-based butter, cut into cold cubes.
• 1 unit of vanilla extract, equivalent to 1 teaspoon.
• 2 tablespoons of cold water, which is equivalent to 30ml.
• 1/2 cup (100g) of sugar that is organic.
• 1 tablespoon of Ceylon Cinnamon.
• Oil in a spray form.

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C).

2. Combine the flour, vegan cold salted butter, water, vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon sugar or cinnadust in a food processor. Begin mixing everything after 30 seconds have passed. Continue to scrape the edges as needed until a dough is formed.

If necessary, form the mixture into a ball by hand and feel free to incorporate additional flour, if needed. Form the mixture into a spherical shape and refrigerate for a quarter of an hour.

I enjoy splitting the dough in half and focusing on one half at a time. Store half of it in the refrigerator.

3. Position the dough piece between two parchment paper sheets or, alternatively, my recommended method is to place a silicone baking mat underneath and parchment paper on top.

4, Roll the dough out to a thickness of approximately ¼ inch using a rolling pin. Flatten it into a sizable rectangle shape. Using a knife, you can trim uneven ends to create a straight line. Give a light coating of spray oil followed by a generous topping of Cinnadust or cinnamon sugar.

5. To create squares, use either a pizza cutter or a knife to cut uniform rows and columns. Create these in any size you want. Cut them into squares that are at least 1 by 1 inch in size. Put them on a baking sheet that is either lined or non-stick.

If you require assistance lifting the pieces, use a knife to carefully slide underneath them. Do the same procedure with the leftover dough pieces and the other half of the dough.

6. After forming them all, bake in the oven for 12 minutes or until they turn golden and crispy.

7. Let them cool for 10 minutes before consuming to prevent them from becoming too hard. Increase the amount of spray oil and sprinkle more cinnamon sugar or Cinnadust to ensure thorough coating.

8. Savor right away by themselves or with a serving of non-dairy milk. Remember to drink all the remaining cinnamon-flavored milk by slurping it up.

Does it Taste Like the Original Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal?

Yes! The homemade cereal tastes really good. Cinnamon goes really well with vanilla and sweet butter.

It’s perfect for a topping for ice cream or yogurt. Eat it with milk or by the handful.

The texture is slightly different from the store-bought variety, but the flavor is very similar.

Storage and Shelf Life

Store leftover homemade Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

You can also store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.

Enjoying Your Homemade Cinnamon Toast

Enjoy your homemade Cinnamon Toast Crunch with milk, as an ice cream topping, or by the handful.

You can also use it as a topping for yogurt or oatmeal.

Get creative and use it as a crunchy snack or dessert topping.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, for sure. Feel free to go with a gluten-free flour to make your dough.

Can I use vegan butter instead of regular butter?

Yes, absolutely! Vegan butter works really well to make your dough.

What if my dough is too sticky?

No problem at all. Add a little more flour to your dough. Mix it until it comes together.

A Healthier Option with Sourdough Cinnamon Toast Crunch

Grab your sourdough starter.

Throw flour, sugar, salt, and your sourdough starter into your food processor. Mix it up until you get your dough.

Roll it out. Slice your dough into tiny squares.

Pop them in the oven and bake until they're golden brown. Boom! Healthy cereal, done!