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Delicious Butterfinger Puppy Chow made with Chex cereal, chocolate, and Butterfinger bits.

Butterfinger Puppy Chow

A crunchy, sweet, and salty snack mix combining Rice cereal, chocolate, and Butterfinger candy, perfect for parties or movie nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 cups Rice square cereal Use the classic kind.
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips Use semi-sweet or milk chocolate.
  • 1/2 cup Peanut butter Smooth or crunchy, based on preference.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Unsalted butter recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract For enhanced flavor.
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar For coating.
  • 2 cups Butterfinger candy bars Crushed into small bits.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Measure the Rice cereal into a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a microwave safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Heat in short bursts, stirring until smooth.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently fold to coat.
  5. Add in crushed Butterfinger pieces and fold again to mix.
  6. Transfer to a zip top bag or container, add powdered sugar, and shake until coated.
  7. Spread mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 4-5 days. If warm, refrigerate but allow to sit out for a few minutes before serving.