Description
This Butterfinger Puppy Chow recipe is a delightful twist on the classic snack mix. Crunchy Chex cereal coated in a decadent mixture of chocolate, peanut butter, and Butterfinger candy bars, then dusted with powdered sugar for a sweet finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 7 cups Rice Chex Cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup salted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 18 fun size Butterfinger candy bars
- 1 ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Add the Cereal: Start by adding the cereal to an extra-large bowl.
- Melt the Chocolate Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute, stirring until smooth.
- Add Vanilla: Mix in the vanilla until well combined.
- Coat the Cereal: Drizzle the chocolate mixture over the cereal and stir gently to coat.
- Add Crushed Candy: Stir in the crushed Butterfinger candy bars.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar: Sprinkle powdered sugar over the cereal mix or shake in a large ziplock bag for even coating.
- Dry and Garnish: Spread the coated cereal on a baking sheet to dry, then sprinkle the chopped candy bars before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of salt to enhance the sweetness.
- Store in an airtight container to keep the puppy chow fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave, No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Butterfinger Puppy Chow, Puppy Chow Recipe, Chex Mix Recipe
