Description
Butterfinger Puppy Chow is a delightful no-bake snack featuring crunchy Rice Chex coated in a rich chocolate-peanut butter blend, enhanced with crushed Butterfinger candy bars for an irresistible sweet treat.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 box Rice Chex cereal (Can substitute with Corn Chex)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (Mix with milk chocolate for extra sweetness)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (Almond butter can be used for a nutty flavor)
- 1/4 cup butter (Use unsalted for better control of flavor)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Essential for depth of flavor)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (Essential for a classic Puppy Chow finish)
- 2 bars Butterfinger candy bars (crushed) (Feel free to substitute with other favorite candy bars)
Instructions
- Microwave chocolate mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, mix chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, and butter.
- Heat and stir: Microwave the mixture in 30-second bursts, stirring after each interval, until fully melted and smooth.
- Add vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Combine cereal and mixture: In a large mixing bowl, add the Rice Chex cereal, then pour the melted mixture over the top. Gently stir to coat.
- Add crushed candy: Sprinkle the crushed Butterfinger into the mixture and toss until evenly combined.
- Coat with powdered sugar: Transfer to a zip-top bag, add powdered sugar, and shake until well coated.
- Cool before serving: Spread on a baking sheet to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Can substitute Rice Chex with Corn Chex.
- Mix semi-sweet chocolate chips with milk chocolate for extra sweetness.
- Almond butter can be used instead of peanut butter for a nutty flavor.
- Use unsalted butter for better control of flavor.
- Feel free to substitute Butterfinger candy bars with other favorite candy bars.
