Samoas Puppy Chow Cereal (Printer-friendly)

Crunchy cereal coated in chocolate, caramel and toasted coconut, finished with powdered sugar and optional mini chips.

# 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

05 - 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

→ Finish

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

# How To Make It:

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 again to distribute evenly throughout.
05 - In a large zip-top bag or clean paper bag, add half of the powdered sugar. Add half of the coated cereal, seal the bag, and shake vigorously until the cereal is well-coated. Repeat with the remaining powdered sugar and cereal.
06 - Spread the coated cereal evenly across the prepared baking sheet. Allow it to cool completely so the coating sets firmly.
07 - Once cooled, mix in the mini chocolate chips if using. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It captures every layer of a Samoas cookie in a no bake snack that disappears faster than anything else at a party.
  • The caramel chocolate coating hardens into a satisfying shell that makes every bite feel like candy.
  • You only need twenty minutes and a microwave to pull this off, which means you can make it on impulse.
02 -
  • If the melted chocolate caramel mixture sits too long it will begin to seize, so work quickly once it is smooth and pour it immediately over the cereal.
  • Toasting the coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat for about three minutes makes a dramatic difference in flavor compared to using it raw.
  • Shaking the cereal in batches rather than all at once ensures every piece gets evenly coated with powdered sugar.
03 -
  • If you want a shortcut caramel, unwrap soft caramels and melt them down with a tablespoon of milk until smooth and drizzly.
  • Double the batch because it vanishes faster than you expect and you will be glad to have a backup container hidden in the pantry.

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