Forget those last-minute drugstore chocolates! This year, surprise your sweetheart (or yourself!) with a homemade treat that's as fun to make as it is to eat. Our Valentine Cupid Chow Recipe is quick, surprisingly healthy, and bursting with flavor. Plus, it's customizable, so you can tailor it to your loved one's favorite tastes. From my kitchen to yours, let's spread some love with this irresistible snack!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Growing up, Valentine's Day wasn't just about fancy dinners; it was about the little things. My mom always made a big batch of "Puppy Chow" (as we called it then!) to share with friends and family. This Valentine Cupid Chow Recipe is my grown-up, Valentine's-themed twist on that classic, bringing back those cozy, lighthearted memories. It's the perfect way to show you care, without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- Cereal Base:
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- Chocolate Coating:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 1/4 cup butter, salted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered Sugar Coating:
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries (for color and flavor)
- Valentine's Sprinkles & Candies (Optional):
- Assorted heart-shaped sprinkles
- Valentine's Day M&Ms
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prep the Cereal: Pour the Rice Chex cereal into a large bowl. Set aside.
- Melt the Chocolate Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth and completely melted.
- Add Vanilla: Stir in vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture.
- Coat the Cereal: Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal. Gently stir until cereal is evenly coated.
- Combine Sugar and Berries: In a large zip-top bag, combine the powdered sugar and crushed freeze-dried strawberries. Seal the bag.
- Shake it Up!: Pour the chocolate-coated cereal into the bag with the powdered sugar mixture. Seal the bag tightly and shake well until all pieces are thoroughly coated.
- Spread and Cool: Spread the Cupid Chow in a single layer on wax paper or parchment paper. Immediately sprinkle with heart-shaped sprinkles and Valentine's Day M&Ms (if using).
- Let it Set: Allow the Cupid Chow to sit and cool completely, about 30 minutes, so the chocolate sets.
- Serve & Enjoy!: Break apart the Cupid Chow and store in an airtight container. Serve and enjoy spreading the love!
Valentine Cupid Chow Recipe
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Pour the Rice Chex cereal into a large bowl. Set aside.9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth and completely melted.1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/4 cup butter
- Stir in vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture.1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal. Gently stir until cereal is evenly coated.9 cups Rice Chex cereal, 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/4 cup butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- In a large zip-top bag, combine the powdered sugar and crushed freeze-dried strawberries. Seal the bag.1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, 1/4 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries
- Pour the chocolate-coated cereal into the bag with the powdered sugar mixture. Seal the bag tightly and shake well until all pieces are thoroughly coated.9 cups Rice Chex cereal, 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/4 cup butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, 1/4 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries
- Spread the Cupid Chow in a single layer on wax paper or parchment paper. Immediately sprinkle with heart-shaped sprinkles and Valentine’s Day M&Ms (if using).assorted heart-shaped sprinkles, Valentine’s Day M&Ms
- Allow the Cupid Chow to sit and cool completely, about 30 minutes, so the chocolate sets.
- Break apart the Cupid Chow and store in an airtight container. Serve and enjoy spreading the love!