Samoas Puppy Chow Cereal (Printable)

Crunchy cereal bites coated in chocolate-caramel, tossed with toasted coconut and powdered sugar.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cereal Base

01 - 6 cups rice or corn Chex cereal

→ Chocolate-Caramel Coating

02 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
03 - 1/2 cup caramel sauce
04 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter

→ Coconut Layer

05 - 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

→ Finish

06 - 1 cup powdered sugar
07 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
02 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, caramel sauce, and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
03 - Pour the melted chocolate-caramel mixture over the cereal. Using a spatula, gently fold the cereal until every piece is evenly coated.
04 - Sprinkle the toasted coconut over the coated cereal and toss gently to distribute evenly throughout.
05 - Place half of the powdered sugar into a large zip-top bag or clean paper bag. Add half of the coated cereal, seal the bag, and shake vigorously until the cereal is thoroughly coated. Repeat the process with the remaining powdered sugar and cereal.
06 - Spread the coated cereal in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Allow it to cool and set completely at room temperature.
07 - Once completely cooled, toss in the mini chocolate chips if desired. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The chocolate caramel coconut combo tastes exactly like a Girl Scout cookie but you can make it in your kitchen in twenty minutes flat.
  • It disappears at every gathering and people always assume you spent way more effort than you actually did.
02 -
  • Stir too vigorously after coating and you will crush half the cereal into sad little crumbs so use a gentle folding motion instead.
  • If your caramel seizes when melting with chocolate add a small pat of butter and stir until it comes back together smoothly.
03 -
  • Let the melted coating cool for about a minute before pouring it over the cereal because too hot means soggy pieces that collapse under the weight.
  • If you are making this for a crowd double everything except your dignity because you will absolutely be eating handfuls straight from the bag when nobody is looking.

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