Description
Cupid chow delivers sweet romance with chocolate-coated Chex cereal kissed by powdered sugar and festive pink sprinkles. This dreamy Valentine’s Day treat melts hearts and sparks joy with each delightful bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 5 cups (150 grams) Rice Chex or Corn Chex cereal
- 1 cup (175 grams) white chocolate chips or melting wafers
- ½ cup (125 grams) creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup (60 grams) unsalted butter
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 1 ½ cups (180 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Decorative Elements:
- 1 cup (150 grams) Valentines Day M&Ms or chocolate candies
- ½ cup (75 grams) heart-shaped sprinkles or other festive sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious mixing vessel and gently cascade the Chex cereal into it, creating a light, airy base for the decadent treat.
- Locate a microwave-safe container and unite white chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, and rich butter. Employ precise 20-second heating intervals, stirring methodically to achieve a silky, uniform consistency. Infuse the mixture with a whisper of vanilla extract for depth of flavor.
- Cascade the molten chocolate blend over the waiting cereal, employing a delicate folding technique to ensure every morsel receives a luxurious chocolate embrace.
- Transition the chocolate-kissed cereal into a generous zip-sealed bag. Shower the contents with a blizzard of powdered sugar, then seal and perform a vigorous shake dance, guaranteeing each piece becomes thoroughly frosted and loses its initial stickiness.
- Gracefully spread the sugared mixture across a parchment-lined baking sheet, allowing it to cool and solidify for approximately 10 minutes. Once set, transfer to a capacious mixing bowl and tenderly incorporate festive Valentines M&Ms and playful sprinkles, creating a whimsical confectionery landscape.
- Present immediately in charming serving vessels or portion into decorative gift bags, transforming this sweet creation into a heartwarming Valentine’s Day surprise that promises to delight and enchant.
Notes
- Ensure the white chocolate melts smoothly by using low microwave heat and stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Choose gluten-free Chex cereal to make this recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Customize the treat by swapping regular M&Ms with dark chocolate or white chocolate varieties for different flavor profiles.
- Store the Cupid Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, maintaining its crisp texture and sweet flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg