Samoas Puppy Chow Cereal (Print version)

Samoas-inspired crunchy cereal bites with chocolate-caramel coating, toasted coconut, and a powdered sugar finish.

# What goes in:

→ 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)

# Cooking 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 again 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 each piece 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 firm.
07 - Once cooled, toss in the mini chocolate chips if desired. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.

# Tips from flavorandfeast:

01 -
  • It tastes exactly like a Samoas cookie but you can eat it by the fistful on the couch without anyone judging you.
  • The whole thing comes together in under twenty minutes, which makes it dangerously easy to whip up at midnight.
02 -
  • Microwave the chocolate mixture in short bursts only because scorched chocolate tastes bitter and ruins the whole batch instantly.
  • Toast the coconut in a dry skillet over low heat, stirring constantly, because it goes from golden to charcoal in seconds if you look away.
03 -
  • Let the coated cereal cool completely before adding mini chocolate chips or they will melt into the surface and create a muddy look.
  • If your caramel sauce is thick and hard to pour, warm it for ten seconds on its own before mixing it with the chocolate and butter.

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