# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 6 cups rice cereal squares (Chex or similar)
→ Chai-Spiced Chocolate Coating
02 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
03 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
04 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
05 - 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Chai Spice Blend
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
12 - 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Coating
13 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Measure 6 cups of rice cereal squares into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
02 - Combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, unsalted butter, and pumpkin puree in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth, approximately 1 to 2 minutes.
03 - Add vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, and black pepper to the melted chocolate mixture. Stir until spices are thoroughly blended.
04 - Pour the spiced chocolate mixture over the rice cereal. Gently fold with a spatula until all pieces are uniformly coated.
05 - Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag. Add powdered sugar, seal, and shake vigorously until the cereal is evenly coated and no longer sticky.
06 - Spread coated cereal onto a baking sheet. Allow to cool and dry for 10 minutes before serving.
