Halloween Brownie Batter Puppy Chow

Ingredients

• 8 cups Rice Chex
• 4 cups Chocolate Cheerios
• 12 oz milk chocolate chips
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1 cup marshmallow fluff
• ½ cup brownie mix, HEAT TREATED
• 1½ cups powdered sugar
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• Spooky sprinkles
• Halloween M&M's (optional)

Method

1. Heat-treat the brownie mix by microwaving in 30-second bursts until it reaches 165°F, or bake at 350°F for 3-5 minutes; let it cool.
2. Melt the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter together until smooth.
3. Stir the marshmallow fluff into the melted chocolate mixture.
4. Pour the chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex and Chocolate Cheerios, gently stirring to coat evenly.
5. Combine the powdered sugar and cooled heat-treated brownie mix in a large bag or container, add the coated cereal, and shake until fully coated.
6. Spread the mixture out and let it cool for 10-15 minutes.
7. Mix in the mini marshmallows, sprinkles, and Halloween M&M's, then top with extra sprinkles if desired.