It's officially HOLIDAY SEASON, guys! And if you're anything like me--ie, a broke Millennial--you might be wracking your brain trying to figure out what thoughtful gift you can make instead of buy.
Food gifts are pretty great, because honestly, who REALLY needs more STUFF? I made this delicious candy cane puppy chow a few years ago, put it in cute little bags, and it was a hit.
Side note: is "puppy chow" a regional word? I always just called this stuff "muddy buddy" or "sweet chex mix" haha. The first time I saw a blogger post a "puppy chow" recipe I seriously thought they were making their own dog food. Then I saw chocolate as an ingredient and was SUPER confused.
The candy canes are seasonal of course but I'm sure you could make this all year round by using peppermints. Or just making cookies and cream puppy chow! I gave this as gifts to friends in mason jars--I've decided Mason Jars are The Most Useful Thing in the Universe. Forget it, towels, you've been usurped. I know Mason Jars can be a polarizing topic, but you can't deny that they make lovely gifting vehicles.
- 5 cups Chex cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted
- 6 Oreos, crushed (I used HEB brand peppermint cookie sandwiches, basically peppermint Oreos)
- 3 candy canes, crushed
- 1 cup confectioners sugar
In a large bowl, combine Chex and chocolate. Fold the chocolate in gently, using a little more or less melted chocolate until the cereal is well coated and sticky.
Fold in the Oreos and candy canes. Slowly pour in the sugar, mixing constantly, until cereal is well coated and no longer sticky. You may need more or less sugar.
Turn out onto a lined cookie sheet (with a silpat or wax paper) and let dry, 30 minutes. Break apart any large pieces and store in an airtight bag.
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