Ingredients
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- For the Puppy Chow:
- 9 cups Chex cereal (rice, corn, or a mix of both)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- Optional Add-Ins:
- ½ cup mini M&Ms
- ½ cup chopped peanuts or pecans
- Sprinkles for color
Instructions
- Preparing the Cereal: Measure out the Chex cereal and set it aside in a large mixing bowl. Avoid crushing the pieces to maintain their crunchiness.
- Melting the Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Stir in vanilla extract. Alternatively, melt the mixture on the stovetop over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Coating the Cereal: Pour the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the cereal. Gently stir until all pieces are evenly coated. Be careful not to crush the cereal while mixing.
- Adding the Powdered Sugar: Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag or a clean bowl. Add powdered sugar in batches, shaking or tossing gently to ensure an even coating.
- Finishing Touches: If desired, add mini M&Ms, nuts, or sprinkles for extra flair. Spread the Puppy Chow on a baking sheet to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and omit nuts.
- Vegan option: Use dairy-free chocolate chips, plant-based butter, and ensure powdered sugar is vegan-friendly.
- Storage tip: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack/Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/8th to 1/10th of the recipe)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg