A bowl of Pumpkin Spice Latte Puppy Chow coated in white chocolate and powdered sugar, perfect for fall snacking.

Pumpkin Spice Latte Puppy Chow

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Crunchy, cozy, and coated in pumpkin spice magic

This Pumpkin Spice Latte Puppy Chow is everything we love about fall in one sweet, crunchy handful! Imagine the cozy aroma of pumpkin spice, creamy white chocolate, and a hint of espresso all coating crispy cereal pieces for the ultimate seasonal treat. It’s perfect for Halloween parties, movie nights, or gifting in cute little bags. The best part? It takes just 15 minutes and one bowl no baking required! Grab your favorite latte, a handful of this mix, and fall right into flavor heaven. 🍂✨

Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (microwave melting)
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Servings: About 10 cups of mix

Ingredients List

  • 9 cups rice or corn Chex cereal
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • ½ cup pumpkin spice baking chips (or butterscotch chips)
  • 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder
  • ¼ cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup crushed graham crackers (optional, for “latte cookie” crunch)

Kitchen Tools You’ll Needi

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Gallon-sized zip-top bag or large container with lid
  • Parchment paper (for cooling)

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Prepare cereal base: Pour Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  2. Melt coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips, pumpkin spice chips, pumpkin puree, and espresso powder. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth. ☕
  3. Flavor boost: Stir in vanilla extract and pumpkin pie spice.
  4. Coat the cereal: Pour the warm mixture over the cereal and gently fold until all pieces are evenly coated. 🍂
  5. Powder sugar magic: Transfer coated cereal into a large zip-top bag, add powdered sugar, seal, and shake until fully coated.
  6. Add crunch: Mix in crushed graham crackers if desired.
  7. Cool & store: Spread mixture on parchment paper to cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.

Pro Tips

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
  • Freezing: Freeze for up to 1 month it stays crispy!
  • Make it fancy: Add mini marshmallows or white chocolate drizzle for a festive touch.
  • Gifting idea: Portion into mason jars with twine and a cute fall tag for the perfect DIY gift. 🎁

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 cup2503g36g10g1g26g