Description
Peppermint Bark Puppy Chow is a festive and delicious snack mix that combines crunchy Rice Chex cereal with melted white chocolate and crushed candy canes for a sweet and minty treat. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a delightful gift, this easy-to-make recipe offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 7 cups rice Chex cereal
- 1¾ cups chopped candy canes
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups melted white chocolate (almond bark or white chocolate wafers)
Instructions
- Prepare the cereal: Add 7 cups of Rice Chex cereal to a large mixing bowl and set aside to be coated later.
- Crush the candy canes: Place 1¾ cups of candy canes into a food processor and pulse until they are finely crushed into small pieces. Set these aside for later use.
- Melt the white chocolate: Place 2 cups of chocolate bark or white chocolate wafers in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring well between each, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
- Coat the cereal: Pour the melted white chocolate over the Rice Chex cereal. Using two large spoons, gently toss the cereal to thoroughly coat it with the melted chocolate, similar to tossing a salad to evenly distribute the coating.
- Add the peppermint crunch: Sprinkle the crushed candy cane pieces over the coated cereal and stir gently until the candy pieces are evenly mixed throughout.
- Set the mixture: Spread the chocolate-coated cereal evenly on a baking sheet to allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature.
- Store and serve: Once the chocolate has hardened, break the mixture into bite-sized pieces if needed. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate as preferred.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or refrigerate for up to two weeks.
- Make ahead: This recipe can be made up to three days in advance and stored at room temperature in a sealed container.
- Freezing: Freeze the mix in a freezer-safe container or resealable bag for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature prior to serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
