With the K-State football schedule in full force, there are still few things better than getting ready for the big game than with some delicious and easy to make treats. From a treat with heat to one that is purple and sweet, here are a few fun game day recipes to try for the next game! Go Cats!
Purple Wildcat Chow
- 1 (12-ounce) box of Rice Chex cereal
- 1 ½ cups of white or semisweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup of smooth peanut butter
- ½ cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter
- 2 ½ cups of powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons of ube (purple yam) powder (available at Mama Fang's Asian Market)
Instructions
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Place Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir, then continue microwaving in 15 second intervals, stirring in between each, until almost melted and smooth.
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Pour chocolate mixture over cereal and gently stir to coat evenly.
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In a large resealable bag, mix powdered sugar and ube powder.
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Transfer coated cereal into the bag. Seal bag well. Shake until cereal is evenly coated with the purple sugar mixture.
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Spread Purple Wildcat Chow on wax paper-lined baking sheet and let cool for 10 minutes.
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Enjoy! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Raspberry Jalapeño Poppers
Ingredients:
- Jalapeños
- Raspberry jam
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 lb. package bacon
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
Instructions:
- Pre-heat oven to 325°F.
- Slice jalapeños lengthwise, removing seeds and ribs.
- Spoon a teaspoon of raspberry jam in each jalapeño half. Fill the rest of jalapeño with softened cream cheese.
- Wrap each jalapeño half with halved bacon strips.
- Combine brown sugar and chili powder. Coat each bacon-wrapped jalapeño with the mixture.
- Line a baking sheet with tin foil and put poppers cut side down. Bake until bacon is crispy and caramelized.
- Enjoy!
Classic 7-Layer Dip
Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz) refried beans
- 1 cup guacamole
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- ¼ cup black olives
- ¼ cup green onions
Instructions:
In a deep dish or serving platter, assemble the layers in order of the ingredients list and serve!