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Pumpkin Spice Puppy Chow

Cozy Up with Pumpkin Spice Puppy Chow This Fall

This Pumpkin Spice Puppy Chow is an irresistible no-bake treat that perfectly blends autumn flavors, making it the ideal snack for busy days and festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cereal Base
  • 6 cups Cinnamon Chex cereal or Rice Chex, may substitute with Corn Chex
For the Coating
  • 12 ounces orange-colored candy melts or pure white chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon grated nutmeg freshly grated is best
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 0.25 teaspoon allspice
For the Sweet Dusting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar adjust based on sweetness preference
For a Festive Touch
  • 1 cup mellowcreme pumpkin candies optional

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • medium microwave-safe bowl
  • spatula
  • large zipped-top bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Spice Puppy Chow
  1. Pour about 6 cups of Cinnamon Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  2. Add 12 ounces of candy melts or white chocolate to a medium microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth (1-2 minutes total).
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 0.5 teaspoon grated nutmeg, 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves, and 0.25 teaspoon allspice into the melted chocolate.
  4. Pour the chocolate mixture over the reserved Cinnamon Chex cereal, gently folding to coat each piece.
  5. In a large zipped-top bag, add 1 cup of powdered sugar and transfer the chocolate-coated cereal. Shake until evenly coated.
  6. Return the coated cereal to the mixing bowl, adding optional pumpkin candies, mixing gently.
  7. Store the completed Puppy Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, allow coated cereal to cool before adding powdered sugar to avoid clumping. Experiment with different cereals and toppings to suit your taste.

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