Description
Butterfinger Puppy Chow is a crunchy, chocolatey, peanut butter snack mix that comes together in minutes with simple pantry ingredients. This easy no-bake dessert combines crispy cereal coated in melted chocolate and creamy peanut butter, then tossed in powdered sugar and loaded with crushed Butterfinger candy bars for an irresistible sweet crunch. Perfect for quick dessert ideas, party snacks, holiday treats, movie nights, game days, and edible gifts, this easy recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal effort. Whether you need fun food ideas for gatherings or a quick sweet snack for the family, Butterfinger Puppy Chow is guaranteed to disappear fast.
Ingredients
9 cups Rice Chex cereal
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
4 full-size Butterfinger candy bars, crushed
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
1/2 cup peanut butter chips (optional)
1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts (optional)
1 teaspoon flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
1. Line a large baking sheet or countertop with parchment paper and place the cereal into a large mixing bowl.
2. Crush the Butterfinger candy bars into small chunks and crumbs using a rolling pin or heavy spoon.
3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter.
4. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth and fully melted.
5. Stir the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture.
6. Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
7. Let the coated cereal cool for 2 to 3 minutes.
8. Transfer half of the cereal mixture into a large zip-top bag or airtight container.
9. Add half of the powdered sugar and shake until fully coated.
10. Repeat with the remaining cereal and powdered sugar.
11. Spread the puppy chow onto the prepared baking sheet.
12. Sprinkle the crushed Butterfinger pieces over the mixture and gently toss.
13. Add optional mini chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or peanuts if desired.
14. Allow the puppy chow to cool completely before serving.
15. Serve immediately or chill for 15 to 20 minutes for extra crunch.
Notes
Allow the cereal mixture to cool slightly before adding powdered sugar so the coating stays light and fluffy instead of sticky.
Use traditional creamy peanut butter rather than natural peanut butter for the smoothest chocolate coating.
Store the puppy chow in an airtight container to maintain maximum crunch and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 8mg