
Puppy Chow, also known as Chex Muddy Buddies, is a classic, sweet snack mix that’s perfect for any occasion. With crunchy Chex cereal, rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and powdered sugar, this treat is irresistibly delicious!
Ingredients
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal (or Corn Chex)
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cereal
- In a large mixing bowl, add the 9 cups of Rice Chex cereal. Set aside.
2. Melt the Chocolate Mixture
- In a medium saucepan, melt the semisweet chocolate chips, peanut butter, and unsalted butter over low heat, stirring occasionally until smooth and fully combined.
- Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Coat the Cereal
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the Chex cereal, stirring gently to coat the cereal evenly. Be careful not to break the cereal pieces.
4. Add Powdered Sugar
- Transfer the chocolate-coated cereal into a large resealable plastic bag or a large bowl. Add the powdered sugar to the bag/bowl. Seal the bag (or cover the bowl) and shake gently until the cereal is fully coated with the powdered sugar.
5. Let It Set
- Spread the Puppy Chow out on a baking sheet or large parchment paper to allow it to set and cool for about 30 minutes.
6. Serve & Enjoy
- Once cooled, serve the Puppy Chow in a bowl or store it in an airtight container. Enjoy!
Tips & Variations
🍫 Add-ins: You can add M&Ms, mini marshmallows, or chopped nuts to make it even more festive and fun!
🍯 Nut Butter Substitute: If you’re allergic to peanuts, substitute peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower seed butter.
🍭 Flavor Twist: Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or salt for a flavor variation.
🎉 Packaging for Gifts: Puppy Chow makes a great gift when packaged in cute jars or bags!
Nutritional Info (Per Serving, Makes about 12 servings)
- Calories: ~250
- Carbs: ~33g
- Protein: ~4g
- Fat: ~13g
Storage
- Store Puppy Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. You can also freeze it for longer storage (up to 3 months).
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