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Butterfinger Puppy Chow

A quick, no-bake snack made with crispy Rice Chex, chocolate-peanut butter coating, and crushed Butterfinger bars, perfect for movie nights or game days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cereal Base
  • 7 cups Rice Chex cereal
Chocolate-Peanut Butter Mixture
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Dark chocolate can be used for a less sweet result.
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup salted butter
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Candy and Coating
  • 15 fun-size Butterfinger bars, crushed These are mixed in.
  • 3 full-size Butterfinger bars, roughly chopped For topping.
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar, sifted To coat the mixture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Measure out 7 cups of Rice Chex cereal and pour them into your extra-large mixing bowl.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, ½ cup of creamy peanut butter, and ¼ cup of salted butter. Microwave for 60 seconds and stir until smooth.
Mixing
  1. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex and gently fold to coat.
  2. While the chocolate is still warm, fold in the crushed Butterfinger bars.
Coating
  1. Sift the powdered sugar to remove lumps and coat the mixture either by shaking in a zip-lock bag or by folding directly into the bowl.
  2. Spread the mixture onto a lined baking sheet and allow to dry for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle the chopped Butterfinger bars on top and press lightly into the mixture.
Serving
  1. Once set, break apart and serve in a bowl, or portion into bags or cups.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days. This recipe is easily customizable with different candies and chocolates.