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Cake Batter Puppy Chow

Cake Batter Puppy Chow: Your New Favorite Sweet Snack

Cake Batter Puppy Chow is a no-bake snack that combines buttery cake flavor, white chocolate, and sprinkles for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Snacks
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 6 cups Rice Chex® Cereal This crunchy cereal provides the perfect texture.
For the Coating
  • 0.25 cups Unsalted Butter Adds rich flavor; use salted for a hint of saltiness.
  • 8 ounces High-Quality White Chocolate Essential for coating; avoid chips with stabilizers.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Gives a delightful cake flavor boost; optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the overall flavor; recommended.
For the Festive Twist
  • 0.5 cups Sprinkles Colorful bits add celebration touch; mix of jimmies and nonpareils.
  • 1 cups Powdered Sugar Coats the puppy chow for an extra sweet and crunchy finish.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Zip-top bag
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by pouring 6 cups of Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt ¼ cup of unsalted butter along with 8 ounces of high-quality white chocolate over low heat, stirring continuously until smooth.
  3. Pour the melted white chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal, tossing gently to coat all pieces evenly.
  4. Transfer the coated cereal to a zip-top bag, add ½ cup of sprinkles, seal, and shake vigorously for 30 seconds.
  5. Add 1 cup of powdered sugar to the bag, reseal, and shake again for 30 seconds until well-coated.
  6. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with foil. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before storing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This no-bake treat is ideal for spontaneous cravings and adds joy to any gathering. Experiment with flavors by swapping extracts or chocolate types.

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