Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a large bowl, gently combine the 12 cups of your chosen Chex cereal.12 cups Chex cereal (rice, corn, or chocolate)
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the 1 cup of Valentine's Day colored candy melts, the 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter, and the 1/4 cup of unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.1 cup Valentine's Day colored candy melts, 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- Once the peanut butter and candy melt mixture is smooth, stir in the 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Then, carefully add the 1 teaspoon of pink food coloring. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is a uniform, beautiful pink.1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon pink food coloring
- Pour the melted pink mixture over the Chex cereal in the large bowl. Gently stir with a spatula or large spoon, ensuring that every piece of cereal is evenly coated.12 cups Chex cereal (rice, corn, or chocolate)
- In a large Ziploc bag or a separate clean bowl, place the 2 cups of powdered sugar. Add the pink-coated cereal to the bag. Seal the bag tightly (or cover the bowl) and shake vigorously until the cereal is thoroughly coated in powdered sugar.2 cups powdered sugar
- Spread the powdered sugar-coated cereal out onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. While still slightly sticky, generously sprinkle the 1/2 cup of Valentine's Day themed sprinkles over the cereal. If you’re using any optional Valentine's Day candies, now is the time to scatter them amongst the cereal too.1/2 cup Valentine's Day themed sprinkles, 1/2 cup Valentine's Day candies
- Allow the Pink Valentine Puppy Chow Mix to cool completely on the parchment-lined baking sheet, about 15-20 minutes. Once cooled, break apart any larger clumps, and your festive treat is ready to be served or packaged!
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 weeks. Can be frozen for 2-3 months.
