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4th of July Puppy Chow Chex Mix

This 4th of July puppy chow chex mix is the kind of sweet, crunchy snack that vanishes almost immediately, because apparently self-control takes holidays too. Made with Rice Chex, white chocolate, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and patriotic candy, it’s easy, festive, and dangerously easy to keep grabbing by the handful.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Course Snack
Servings 20

EQUIPMENT (PAID LINKS)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup red white, and blue chocolate candies
  • 2 tablespoons red white, and blue sprinkles, optional

Instructions

  • Melt the Coating: Add the white chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter to a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, then continue microwaving in 15-second intervals until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
    1 cup white chocolate chips, ½ cup creamy peanut butter, ¼ cup butter
  • Add the Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Coat the Cereal: Add the Rice Chex cereal to the bowl. Gently fold until all of the cereal is evenly coated with the melted mixture.
    9 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • Add the Powdered Sugar: Place half of the coated cereal and half of the powdered sugar into a large zip-top freezer bag. Seal and shake until coated. Add the remaining cereal and remaining powdered sugar, then shake again until everything is fully covered.
    2 cups powdered sugar
  • Cool the Mixture: Spread the coated cereal onto a baking sheet or large tray, or place it in a large bowl, and let it cool completely.
  • Finish the Mix: Once the puppy chow is cool, transfer it to a serving bowl and stir in the red, white, and blue chocolate candies and sprinkles, if using.
    1 cup red, 2 tablespoons red
  • Serve or Store: Serve right away, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for several days. If your kitchen is warm, keep it in the refrigerator so the candy does not melt.