Description
Brownie Batter Puppy Chow is a fun and addictive snack mix that combines the rich flavor of brownie batter with the classic crunch of Chex cereal. Coated in chocolate and powdered sugar, it’s the perfect treat for parties, movie nights, or gift-giving!
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal (or any similar crispy cereal)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cereal:
- Place the Rice Chex cereal in a large bowl. Set aside.
- Make the Brownie Batter Coating:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and peanut butter together in the microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth.
- Add the chocolate chips and cocoa powder to the melted butter and peanut butter mixture. Microwave again for 20-30 seconds, stirring until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt (optional) for flavor.
- Coat the Cereal:
- Pour the brownie batter mixture over the cereal in the large bowl. Gently stir the cereal to evenly coat each piece with the chocolate mixture.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar:
- Transfer the coated cereal into a large resealable plastic bag or a container with a lid. Add the powdered sugar to the bag or container, seal it, and shake vigorously until all of the cereal is coated with the powdered sugar.
- Chill (Optional):
- Spread the puppy chow onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to allow it to cool and set. Let it sit for about 10-15 minutes, or place it in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes for faster cooling.
- Serve:
- Once set, transfer the puppy chow to a serving bowl and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Notes
- If you want a richer chocolate flavor, feel free to add more cocoa powder to the coating.
- For extra crunch, you can mix in mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, or M&M’s after coating the cereal.
- This is a great treat for parties, holiday gift bags, or a sweet snack to share with friends!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg