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Halloween Puppy Chow (Gluten Free)

Irresistibly Crunchy Gluten-Free Halloween Puppy Chow Delight

This gluten-free Halloween Puppy Chow is a quick and delightful treat featuring Rice Chex, a chocolate-peanut butter coating, and festive Reese's Pieces.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 10 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 12 cups Rice Chex cereal Can substitute with Corn Chex for different texture.
For the Coating
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips Dark chocolate chips can be used for richer taste.
  • 0.75 cups Creamy peanut butter Or substitute with almond butter for a nutty twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Optional but enhances flavor.
For the Finish
  • 0.5 cups Powdered sugar Adjust based on desired sweetness.
  • 0.25-0.5 cups Powdered sugar To sprinkle on top.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Kosher salt Regular salt can be used if kosher is unavailable.
  • 0.5 cups Reese's Pieces candies Festive addition; can substitute with candy corn.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • double boiler
  • Spatula
  • heavy-duty zipper bags
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, pour in 12 cups of Rice Chex cereal, ensuring it’s broken into smaller pieces without any crushing.
  2. In a double boiler over low heat, melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter, stirring occasionally. Once melted, add 1½ cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips and ¾ cup of creamy peanut butter, stirring continuously until smooth.
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract after blending chocolate and peanut butter.
  4. Drizzle the warm chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the Rice Chex and gently fold for even coverage.
  5. Divide the mixture into two heavy-duty zipper bags, add ½ cup of powdered sugar to each, seal, and shake until coated.
  6. Spread the coated cereal onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and sprinkle with additional powdered sugar and kosher salt.
  7. Incorporate ½ cup of Reese's Pieces into the cereal, folding gently to mix.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container to keep fresh. Lasts up to a week at room temperature or in the fridge. Can freeze for up to 3 months.

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