Description
Chocolate-lovers dream about brownie batter puppy chow, a sinful snack mixing rich cocoa flavors with crunchy cereal goodness. Sweet chocolate coating and powdered sugar create an irresistible treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups rice chex cereal
- 1 cup brownie mix
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Coating Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Garnish Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
- Melt butter and chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth and fully combined.
- Stir vegetable oil into the melted chocolate mixture to create a glossy, pourable coating.
- Pour rice chex cereal into a large mixing bowl, ensuring ample space for even coating.
- Drizzle the warm chocolate mixture over the cereal, gently folding to coat each piece thoroughly without breaking the cereal.
- In a separate wide container, sift together brownie mix, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar to create a dry coating blend.
- Transfer the chocolate-coated cereal into the dry mixture, shaking and turning the container to ensure complete and even coverage.
- Spread the coated cereal onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, allowing it to cool and set for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
- Once set, sprinkle mini chocolate chips and chocolate sprinkles over the puppy chow for added texture and visual appeal.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, ensuring the treat remains crisp and delicious.
Notes
- Chocolate Melting Magic: Use low microwave power and stir frequently to prevent chocolate from burning or seizing, creating a smooth silky coating.
- Coating Technique: Gently fold chocolate mixture into cereal using a spatula to avoid crushing delicate chex pieces, maintaining their crisp texture.
- Gluten-Free Swap: Replace regular brownie mix with gluten-free brownie mix powder to make this treat suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Storage Pro Tip: Place a paper towel inside the airtight container to absorb excess moisture, keeping puppy chow crunchy and fresh for longer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg