Description
Cookie Butter Puppy Chow is a sweet and crunchy snack mix combining the irresistible flavors of cookie butter, white and semi-sweet chocolate, Chex cereal, and a dusting of powdered sugar. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for parties, snacks, or gifting, with optional additions of crushed speculoos cookies and mini chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 9 cups rice or corn Chex cereal
- 1 cup cookie butter spread
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Optional Mix-ins
- 1 cup crushed speculoos or Biscoff cookies
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Cereal: Add the Chex cereal to a very large mixing bowl, ensuring there is plenty of space for stirring without crushing the pieces. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside for the coated cereal to cool later.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the cookie butter spread, white chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and unsalted butter. Microwave in 20–30 second bursts, stirring thoroughly between each until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the vanilla extract and fine sea salt into the warm cookie butter mixture. Mix until everything is evenly combined and glossy.
- Coat the Cereal: Pour the warm cookie butter mixture over the cereal in the large bowl. Using a wide spatula, gently fold the cereal from the bottom up, coating all the pieces completely without breaking them.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar: Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag (or divide the mixture into two bags if necessary). Add the powdered sugar, seal tightly, and shake vigorously until all cereal pieces are evenly coated and no glossy spots remain.
- Cool and Set: Pour the coated cereal out onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet and spread into an even layer. Allow the mixture to cool completely so the coating sets and pieces do not clump together.
- Add Optional Mix-ins: Once cool, sprinkle the crushed speculoos cookies and mini chocolate chips or sprinkles over the top. Gently toss to distribute these throughout the mix evenly.
- Store and Serve: Transfer the Cookie Butter Puppy Chow to an airtight container, large serving bowl, or portion into jars and snack bags for easy serving and storage.
Notes
- Use rice or corn Chex cereal depending on your preference; either works well.
- Make sure to stir thoroughly during melting to avoid burning the chocolate and butter mixture.
- Shaking the cereal in a bag with powdered sugar ensures even coating without crushing the cereal.
- You can customize this snack by adding your favorite mix-ins such as nuts, different cookie crumbles, or candy pieces.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week for maximum freshness.
