Pumpkin Spice Puppy Chow
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Pumpkin Spice Puppy Chow
Description
This recipe involves melting orange candy melts in the microwave, stirring in pumpkin pie spice for seasonal flavor, then coating Chex cereal pieces evenly with the spiced candy coating. The coated cereal is then shaken with powdered sugar to create a crisp, sweet exterior.
The combination of the crunchy Chex, sweet candy coating, and the warm spice blend creates a distinctive autumn-inspired snack. Optional candy mix-ins like pumpkin-shaped candies or seasonal M&Ms can add variety in texture and sweetness.
Once coated and spread on parchment, the mix should set for about an hour to allow the candy coating to harden and maintain its crisp texture. This treat is best enjoyed fresh but can also be stored for snacking over several days.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Candy Melts orange
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 4-5 cups Chex cereal
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Optional Candy Mix-Ins
- Pumpkin Candy optional, mellowcreme variety
- M&Ms optional, fall variety
Instructions
- To Prep: Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or non-stick silicone baking mat.
- Place the candy melts in a large microwave-safe bowl and heat for 35 seconds. Continue heating in 20 second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth. Stir in pumpkin pie spice.
- Add Chex cereal to the mixing bowl and stir until completely coated with melted pumpkin spice chips.
- Place the powdered sugar in a large ziplock bag and scoop your coated Chex cereal into the bag. Close the bag and shake well until everything is coated in sugar.
- Empty the bag onto your prepared baking sheet and spread out to fill the sheet. Allow candy coating set for about an hour.
Notes
- Nutrition values are approximate and will vary based on exact ingredients and quantities used.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 297 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 297kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Sodium | 225mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 76mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 220IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 4% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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