There’s nothing quite like indulging in a bowl of Cinnamon Toast Crunch, and celebrity chef Jeff Mauro is all about it! Known for his culinary creativity, Jeff has an undeniable love for this iconic cereal. In fact, it’s his go-to breakfast choice, and he recently opened up to Closer Weekly about it.
"Cinnamon Toast Crunch has always been my favorite cereal," the The Kitchen star revealed in an exclusive interview. And it’s not just a bowl of cereal for Jeff. He’s transforming this beloved breakfast item into something truly special this summer.
At 38 years old, Jeff Mauro, the Food Network star, is all set to celebrate the joy of road trips with Cinnamon Toast Crunch this summer. His enthusiasm doesn’t stop at eating it for breakfast; he’s bringing his culinary skills to the table with some mouthwatering recipes. To top it off, Cinnamon Toast Crunch is hosting a Drive-Thru event near the Grand Canyon on June 23 and 24. Families can stop by this massive cereal box-themed pit stop, participate in fun challenges, and share their experiences on social media for a chance to win some delicious cereal.
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When it comes to road trip snacks, Jeff knows what works best. He insists that snacks should be exciting and long-lasting. "They need to be fun and out of the box (no pun intended!), and they have to last," he says. Cereal, as it turns out, is the perfect ingredient for such adventures. Jeff's trail mix featuring Cinnamon Toast Crunch is the ultimate example of how cereal can take your snack game to the next level.
But here’s the twist—cereal doesn’t have to be confined to a bowl with milk. "Using cereal as a breading is a fantastic way to repurpose it, adding a unique flavor and texture to dishes like sandwiches or chicken fingers," Jeff explains. His creativity knows no bounds, and he’s eager to share his recipes for Cinnamon Toast Crunch French toast, PB&J, and snack mix.
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Chocolate, Bacon, and Banana Stuffed Cinnamon “French Toast” Crunch
Who wouldn’t want to dive into this decadent creation? Here’s how you can make it at home.
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Ingredients:
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons malt powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon almond extract
- ¼ teaspoon table salt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter, plus 2 tablespoons for cooking
- 8 slices good brioche bread
- 1 cup chocolate hazelnut spread
- 1 cup Cinnamon Toast Crunch
- 8 slices crispy, thin-cut bacon
- 2 bananas, sliced on the sharp bias
Directions:
- Preheat a waffle iron to medium/high heat and lightly spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, milk, brown sugar, malt powder, ground cinnamon, almond extract, and salt.
- Dip each side of the bread into the batter for about 5 seconds, letting excess drip off. Begin assembling the sandwiches on a clean sheet tray.
- Layer each sandwich with a light schmear of chocolate hazelnut spread, followed by a layer of Cinnamon Toast Crunch, bananas, two slices of bacon, and another light layer of chocolate hazelnut spread.
- Cook two sandwiches at a time in the waffle iron until they’re golden brown and gooey.
- Let them cool for a minute, slice them diagonally, dust with powdered sugar, and serve.



