Description
Cookie Butter Puppy Chow is a deliciously sweet snack mix combining crispy Chex cereal coated in a luscious blend of cookie butter, white and semi-sweet chocolate chips, and butter. This treat is dusted with powdered sugar for that perfect sweet crunch and optionally topped with crushed speculoos cookies and mini chocolate chips or sprinkles for added texture and flavor. Easy to make and perfect for parties, snacking, or gifting.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 9 cups rice or corn Chex cereal
Chocolate Coating
- 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
Finishing
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup crushed speculoos or Biscoff cookies (optional)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cereal: Add the Chex cereal to a very large mixing bowl to ensure there is plenty of room to stir without crushing the cereal squares. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside for cooling later.
- Melt Chocolate 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 well between each, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
- Add Flavorings: Stir the vanilla extract and fine sea salt into the warm cookie butter mixture until everything is evenly combined and glossy, enhancing the flavor profile.
- 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 pieces evenly without crushing them.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar: Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag, or divide it between two bags if necessary. Add the powdered sugar, seal the bag tightly, and shake vigorously until all cereal pieces are fully coated and no glossy spots remain.
- Cool the Puppy Chow: Pour the coated cereal onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet and spread it in an even layer. Let it cool completely so the coating sets and the pieces don’t clump together.
- Add Optional Toppings: Once cooled, sprinkle crushed speculoos cookies and mini chocolate chips or sprinkles over the top, then gently toss to distribute them evenly throughout the mix.
- Store and Serve: Transfer the Cookie Butter Puppy Chow to an airtight container, large serving bowl, or portion it into jars and snack bags for serving and storage.
Notes
- Use rice or corn Chex cereal for best texture and coating adherence.
- Microwave the chocolate mixture in short bursts to avoid burning and ensure smooth melting.
- Gently fold the cereal to prevent it from breaking apart during coating.
- Allow the mix to cool fully on parchment to prevent clumping.
- Optional toppings add texture and extra flavor but can be omitted if desired.
- Store puppy chow in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- This recipe is perfect for crowds and easy to double or halve as needed.
