Apple Jacks

Are you looking for a fun and tasty breakfast option to kickstart your day with a burst of flavor? Look no further than this delightful recipe for Homemade Apple Jacks! These crunchy, sweet, and cinnamon-spiced cereal bites will remind you of your favorite childhood breakfast, but with a homemade twist that’s sure to impress. Perfect for enjoying with milk or straight out of the bowl as a snack, this recipe is a simple and satisfying way to start your morning on a delicious note.

Homemade Apple Jacks

Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup sugar
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
– 1/4 cup applesauce
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 cup milk
– Cinnamon sugar mixture (1/4 cup sugar + 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon)

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and ground cinnamon. Mix well to ensure all the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the applesauce, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk, a tablespoon at a time, until it comes together.
6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a small apple-shaped cookie cutter to cut out your cereal shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Brush each apple shape with a little milk and sprinkle generously with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once cooled, store your Homemade Apple Jacks in an airtight container to maintain their crunchiness.

These Homemade Apple Jacks are a delightful and flavorful twist on a classic breakfast cereal that will bring a smile to your face with every crunchy bite. Enjoy the nostalgia of your childhood favorite with the added satisfaction of knowing you made them yourself. Serve them with cold milk for a wholesome breakfast or snack that will brighten your day. Give this recipe a try and elevate your morning routine with a homemade touch that’s sure to impress!