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Pink Valentine Puppy Chow Mix

Pink Valentine Puppy Chow Mix

A quick, healthy, and flavorful Valentine's Day treat! This simple recipe is a sweet and crunchy snack mix that's dangerously addictive.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 9 cups Rice Chex, Corn Chex, or Crispix cereal
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup butter (½ stick)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pink food coloring (gel or liquid)
  • Assorted Valentine's Day Sprinkles

Equipment

  • Large microwave-safe bowl
  • Very large bowl
  • Large resealable bag
  • Parchment paper-lined baking sheet

Method
 

  1. In a large, microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth.
    1 cup white chocolate chips, ½ cup creamy peanut butter, ¼ cup butter
  2. Stir in vanilla extract and a few drops of pink food coloring until you achieve your desired shade of pink.
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract, Pink food coloring
  3. Pour the melted mixture over the cereal in a very large bowl. Gently stir until all the cereal is evenly coated.
    9 cups Rice Chex, Corn Chex, or Crispix cereal
  4. Place the powdered sugar in a large resealable bag. Add the coated cereal to the bag, seal, and shake well until all the cereal is coated with powdered sugar.
    1 cup powdered sugar
  5. Spread the mixture on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Immediately sprinkle with Valentine's Day sprinkles.
    Assorted Valentine's Day Sprinkles
  6. Let the Pink Valentine Puppy Chow Mix cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.