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Best Easy Pumpkin Spice Puppy Chow Snack Mix Recipe

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This pumpkin spice puppy chow is a quick and easy snack mix made with Rice Chex, white chocolate, and a warm pumpkin spice blend. Perfect for fall gatherings, it comes together in about 15 minutes and is a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • For the Homemade Pumpkin Spice Blend (optional):
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

Instructions

  1. Measure your cereal: Pour 9 cups of Rice Chex into your largest mixing bowl. Set aside.
  2. Make the pumpkin spice coating: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the 1/2 cup unsalted butter and 2 cups white chocolate chips. Stir constantly until melted and smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the pumpkin and vanilla: Whisk in the 1/3 cup pumpkin puree and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and uniform in color.
  4. Pour over the cereal: Slowly pour the warm mixture over the cereal and gently fold until every piece is coated.
  5. Let it cool slightly: Let the coated cereal sit for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Make the spice-sugar mixture: In a large resealable bag, combine 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Seal and shake to mix.
  7. Shake it up: Add the coated cereal to the bag, seal tightly, and shake vigorously until every piece is coated, about 30-45 seconds.
  8. Spread to set: Pour the coated puppy chow onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread in an even layer. Let cool for 10-15 minutes.
  9. Break it up: Once cool, break up any large clumps with your hands into bite-sized pieces.

Notes

Use full-fat butter for best results. Don’t rush the melting process—white chocolate can seize if overheated. Let the puppy chow cool completely before storing to prevent sogginess. The flavors improve after a day or two.

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