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Butterfinger Puppy Chow Recipe

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Butterfinger Puppy Chow is a deliciously crunchy snack mix featuring crispy Rice Chex cereal coated in a rich blend of melted chocolate, peanut butter, and butter, combined with crushed Butterfinger candy bars and dusted with powdered sugar. This sweet treat is perfect for parties, movie nights, or anytime you want a fun and indulgent snack.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 7 cups Rice Chex Cereal (or store brand version)

Chocolate Coating

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup salted butter
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Add-Ins

  • 18 fun size Butterfinger candy bars, 15 crushed and 3 roughly chopped for garnish

Coating

  • 1 ¼ cup powdered sugar, sifted

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cereal: Add 7 cups of Rice Chex cereal to an extra-large bowl, setting aside space for coating.
  2. Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, ½ cup creamy peanut butter, and ¼ cup salted butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir thoroughly until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
  3. Add Vanilla: Stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract until fully combined in the melted mixture.
  4. Coat Cereal: Drizzle the warm chocolate peanut butter mixture over the cereal. Gently stir to ensure all pieces of cereal are evenly coated.
  5. Add Crushed Butterfinger: Stir in 15 crushed fun size Butterfinger candy bars to evenly distribute the crunch and flavor.
  6. Coat with Powdered Sugar: Transfer the coated cereal mixture into a large (2-gallon) ziplock bag. Add 1 ¼ cups sifted powdered sugar and shake well to evenly coat the mixture; alternatively, you can sprinkle the powdered sugar over the cereal and stir gently in the bowl.
  7. Dry and Garnish: Spread the powdered sugar-coated cereal out on a baking sheet to dry and prevent clumping. Just before serving, sprinkle the remaining 3 roughly chopped fun size Butterfinger candy bars over the top for garnish and extra flavor.

Notes

  • For best texture, use the ziplock bag method when coating the cereal with powdered sugar to minimize mess.
  • This snack can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
  • If you prefer a smoother peanut butter flavor, use creamy peanut butter rather than chunky.
  • Make sure the chocolate mixture is fully melted but not overheated to avoid scorching.

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