Brownie Batter Puppy Chow (Print version)
Crunchy cereal coated in chocolate peanut butter and tossed with a fudgy brownie-style powder for an easy party snack.
# Ingredients:
For the brownie coating
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1 1/2 cups (180 g) dry brownie mix
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1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/4 teaspoon fine salt
For the cereal mix
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9 cups (270 g) Rice Chex or Chocolate Chex cereal
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1 1/4 cups (215 g) semisweet chocolate chips
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1/2 cup (130 g) creamy peanut butter
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1/4 cup (57 g) unsalted butter
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup (85 g) mini chocolate chips, optional
# Instructions:
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Heat the oven to 300 F. Spread the dry brownie mix on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes, stirring once, until the mix reaches 165 F. Cool completely.
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Whisk the cooled brownie mix, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in a medium bowl until evenly combined.
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Place the cereal in a very large mixing bowl. Set out a large zip-top bag or a lidded container for shaking.
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Combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring each time, until smooth. Stir in the vanilla.
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Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the cereal. Fold gently with a spatula until the cereal is evenly coated but not crushed.
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Transfer the coated cereal to the bag or container. Add the brownie powder mixture, seal well, and shake until the cereal is coated.
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Spread the puppy chow on a parchment-lined baking sheet until set. Toss with mini chocolate chips if using, then store airtight.
# Good to know:
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Heat treating the brownie mix is recommended because dry mix can contain raw flour.
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Store airtight at room temperature for up to 1 week.
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Use a very large bowl so the cereal does not crush while mixing.