Pumpkin Puppy Chow (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chocolate Coating Base
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1/4 cup salted butter
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1/2 cup dark chocolate chips or chunks
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1/2 cup white chocolate chips
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1/3 cup smooth peanut butter
→ Pumpkin Flavor Mix
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1/4 cup pure pumpkin puree (avoid pumpkin pie filling)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Main Components
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7-8 cups Rice Chex cereal
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2 cups powdered sugar, plus extra if needed
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2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice blend
→ Optional Add-ins
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Colorful M&Ms or your favorite small candies
# Instructions:
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In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter, both types of chocolate chips, and peanut butter. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each round, until everything melts into a smooth, glossy mixture.
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Stir the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract into your melted chocolate mixture until well combined and smooth.
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Place the Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl. Pour your chocolate-pumpkin mixture over the cereal and gently fold everything together until each piece is nicely coated.
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For extra crunch, pop the coated cereal in the fridge for 10-15 minutes. This helps the coating set and keeps everything crispy.
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Transfer your mixture to a large resealable bag. Add the powdered sugar and pumpkin pie spice, then shake vigorously until every piece is beautifully dusted.
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Toss in your favorite colorful candies or M&Ms for extra fun, then serve immediately or store for later enjoyment.
# Notes:
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Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or freeze for up to two months.
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The optional chilling step helps maintain that perfect crunchy texture that makes puppy chow so addictive.
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Feel free to adjust the powdered sugar amount based on how sweet you like your treats.