Cake Batter Puppy Chow Recipe

Introduction

Cake Batter Puppy Chow is a fun and delicious snack mix coated in a sweet, white chocolate and sprinkle blend. It’s perfect for parties, gift-giving, or whenever you want a crunchy, sugary treat that’s easy to make at home.

Ingredients

• 4 and ½ cups (135g) Rice Chex® cereal
• ¼ cup (57g) unsalted butter, cut into 8 slices
• 8 ounces (227g) high quality white chocolate
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ⅔ cup (134g) sprinkles
• 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pour the Rice Chex cereal into a large bowl and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, white chocolate, almond extract, and vanilla extract, stirring constantly until completely melted. Remove from heat immediately.
3. Step 3: Pour the melted mixture over the cereal and stir gently to coat all the pieces evenly.
4. Step 4: Transfer the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag or a container with a tight-fitting lid. Add the sprinkles, then shake until they are evenly distributed.
5. Step 5: Add the powdered sugar to the bag or container and shake again until the mixture is fully coated.
6. Step 6: Spread the puppy chow onto a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper to cool. Once cooled, discard any excess powdered sugar.
7. Step 7: Store the finished puppy chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Tips & Variations

• Use high-quality white chocolate melting wafers instead of white chocolate chips to avoid clumping and ensure a smooth coating.
• Always melt the mixture over low heat and add extracts at the start to prevent the chocolate from seizing.
• Customize your sprinkles to match holidays or themes for a festive look.

Storage

Store Cake Batter Puppy Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For best texture and flavor, consume within that time. Reheating is not necessary; serve at room temperature for the perfect crunch.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use white chocolate chips instead of melting wafers?

It’s best to avoid white chocolate chips because they contain stabilizers that can cause clumping when mixed with butter and extracts. Melting wafers melt more smoothly and give a better coating.

Why do I need to use low heat when melting the chocolate mixture?

Using low heat ensures the white chocolate and butter melt gently without burning or seizing. Stirring constantly helps maintain a smooth texture for coating the cereal evenly.

Cake Batter Puppy Chow Recipe

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Cake Batter Puppy Chow is a fun and delicious snack mix made with crispy Rice Chex cereal coated in a smooth blend of white chocolate, butter, and extracts, then tossed with colorful sprinkles and powdered sugar for a sweet and festive treat. Perfect for parties, gifts, or anytime indulgence.

• Author: Ella
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 8 cups of Puppy Chow 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

• 4 and ½ cups (135g) Rice Chex® cereal
• ¼ cup (57g) unsalted butter, cut into 8 slices
• 8 ounces (227g) high quality white chocolate (preferably white vanilla melting wafers)
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ⅔ cup (134g) sprinkles
• 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cereal: Pour 4 and ½ cups of Rice Chex cereal into a large bowl and set aside, ensuring it’s ready for coating.
2. Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt ¼ cup of sliced unsalted butter along with 8 ounces of high quality white chocolate, 1 teaspoon almond extract, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir constantly at low heat until the mixture is completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat immediately.
3. Coat the Cereal: Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal in the large bowl. Stir gently to evenly coat all the cereal pieces without breaking them.
4. Add Sprinkles: Transfer the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag or container with a tight-fitting lid. Add ⅔ cup of sprinkles, then shake gently to disperse them evenly throughout the mixture.
5. Coat with Powdered Sugar: Add 1 cup of powdered sugar to the bag or container. Seal tightly and shake vigorously until all the cereal pieces are evenly coated with powdered sugar.
6. Cool and Store: Spread the coated cereal onto a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper and allow it to cool and set. Once cooled, discard any excess powdered sugar. Store the puppy chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Notes

• White chocolate: Avoid using white chocolate chips as they contain stabilizers that make melting difficult and can cause the mixture to seize. Use white vanilla melting flavored wafers for the smoothest melt.
• Low heat: It is crucial to use low heat and stir constantly when melting the mixture to avoid burning or seizing.
• Extracts: Add almond and vanilla extracts at the very start of the melting process. Adding extracts later can cause the chocolate mixture to seize. 

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