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Butterfinger Puppy Chow Recipe: Easy Homemade Snack for Candy Lovers

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This Butterfinger Puppy Chow is a quick, crowd-pleasing snack that combines crispy Chex cereal with rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and crushed Butterfinger bars for a nostalgic, candy-packed treat. Perfect for parties, gifting, or satisfying your sweet tooth, it’s dangerously easy and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups Rice Chex cereal (about 240g)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (175g)
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (120g)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (56g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5ml, optional)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (240g)
  • 4 regular Butterfinger candy bars or 8 fun-size (120g total), crushed
  • Optional: milk chocolate chips (swap for semi-sweet)
  • Optional: almond butter (swap for peanut butter)
  • Optional: gluten-free Chex cereal
  • Optional: coconut oil (swap for butter)
  • Optional: extra crushed Butterfinger bits for topping

Instructions

  1. Place Butterfinger bars in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin or glass until you have small chunks and crumbs. Set aside.
  2. Add 8 cups Rice Chex cereal to a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, until smooth and melted (about 1–2 minutes).
  4. Stir in vanilla extract to the melted mixture.
  5. Pour the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the cereal. Gently fold with a spatula or wooden spoon until all pieces are coated evenly.
  6. Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag. Add powdered sugar, seal, and shake until all pieces are covered.
  7. Sprinkle crushed Butterfinger bars over the powdered chow. Toss gently to distribute chunks throughout.
  8. Spread the puppy chow on a baking sheet or parchment paper. Let cool for 10–15 minutes so the coating sets.
  9. Taste and adjust with more powdered sugar or Butterfinger if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Use fresh, crisp cereal for best texture. Gentle folding keeps the cereal from crushing. Sift powdered sugar for even coating. For gluten-free or dairy-free, use appropriate substitutes. Chill finished puppy chow for extra crunch. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.

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