Gingerbread Puppy Chow

Gingerbread Puppy Chow is a festive snack that combines crunchy cereal, white chocolate, and warm spices for a delightful holiday treat.

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Prep Time 15

Cooling Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 8 cups

Course: Snacks & Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Base

6 cups Rice Chex cereal the perfect crunchy base to soak up all the flavors
1 cup White chocolate chips bring a creamy sweetness that balances the spices beautifully
1/2 cup Peanut butter adds a rich, nutty flavor

Flavoring

1/4 cup Molasses gives the signature warm flavor
1 teaspoon Ground ginger adds a zesty pop
1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon infuses warmth
1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg deepens the flavor profile

Coating

1 cup Powdered sugar creates a sweet, snowy finish
1/2 cup Crushed gingerbread cookies for extra crunch and gingerbread taste

Equipment

Microwave-safe bowl
large bowl
baking sheet
Zip-top Bag

Method

Main Steps

In a large bowl, add 6 cups of Rice Chex cereal.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of white chocolate chips and 1/2 cup of peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals until melted.
Stir in 1/4 cup of molasses, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg.
Pour the warm melted mixture over the Rice Chex, gently stirring until coated.
Transfer the mixture to a large zip-top bag or bowl. Add 1 cup of powdered sugar and 1/2 cup of crushed gingerbread cookies. Seal and shake until coated.
Spread on a baking sheet to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with melted white chocolate for extra decadence.

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