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Candy Cane Peppermint Puppy Chow

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Candy Cane Peppermint Puppy Chow is a festive, crunchy, and sweet holiday snack. Chocolate-coated cereal mixed with peanut butter, powdered sugar, and crushed candy canes creates a perfect treat for snacking, gifting, or holiday parties.

Ingredients

  • Chex Cereal: 9 cups (180g) – The crunchy base for the snack.
  • Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: 1 cup (170g) – Melted to coat the cereal with rich chocolate.
  • Peanut Butter: 1/2 cup (120g) – Adds creamy, nutty flavor and binds the chocolate coating.
  • Unsalted Butter: 1/4 cup (57g) – Helps melt and smooth the chocolate mixture.
  • Powdered Sugar: 1 1/2 cups (180g) – Provides a sweet, snowy coating for the puppy chow.
  • Candy Canes: 2 medium, crushed – Adds festive peppermint flavor and crunch.
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon – Enhances the overall flavor.

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Line a large bowl with space for mixing cereal and chocolate.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Melt chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter together in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Place Chex cereal in a large bowl.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Pour the chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the cereal and stir gently to coat evenly.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Transfer coated cereal into a large Ziploc bag or container. Add powdered sugar and crushed candy canes. Seal and shake gently until all pieces are evenly coated.
  6. Finishing Touches: Spread on parchment paper to cool and set completely.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Once set, serve immediately or store in an airtight container for snacking or gifting.

Notes

  • Work in small batches if necessary to prevent chocolate from hardening too quickly.
  • Slightly toast nuts if adding for extra flavor.
  • Chill briefly if kitchen is warm to help the mixture set faster.

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