Christmas Puppy Chow Recipe
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4.4
Christmas Puppy Chow Recipe
Description
Christmas Puppy Chow is a festive variation of a classic snack mix featuring Chex cereal coated in a rich blend of semi-sweet chocolate, smooth peanut butter, and butter. The melted chocolate mixture is combined with vanilla for added depth before being poured over the cereal in stages to ensure even coating. Tossed with powdered sugar and colorful sprinkles, the mix achieves a sweet, crunchy texture that holds its shape when chilled. This recipe's balance of creamy coating and crisp cereal creates a popular treat often enjoyed during holiday gatherings or as a homey snack throughout the season.
The preparation involves careful folding of the cereal with the warm chocolate-peanut butter mixture to maintain the crunch and avoid breaking the cereal pieces. After coating, the mixture is combined in an airtight bag with powdered sugar and festive sprinkles, enhancing sweetness and adding visual appeal. Chilling the finished product allows the coating to set firmly, preserving the texture and making it easier to handle.
Ingredients
- 9 cups Chex cereal
- 1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter smooth
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup Sprinkles festive
Instructions
- Measure cereal and place in a very large mixing bowl. Set aside.
- Over medium heat, melt and combine butter, chocolate chips and peanut butter, stirring constantly.
- When fully melted, stir in vanilla.
- Pour chocolate mixture over Chex cereal in 3 stages, folding as you go.
- Toss gently to coat all pieces.
- Place powdered sugar and festive sprinkles in a large, airtight plastic bag, shake to combine.
- Add Chex cereal in stages, tossing to cover and then removing to a wax paper lined rimmed baking sheet.
- Spread in a single layer and chill for an hour to set.
- Remove. Keep at room temperture or chilled.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 416 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 416kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 78g | 26% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 300mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 256mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 42g | 84% |
| Vitamin A | 620IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 5.9mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 109mg | 11% |
| Iron | 15.2mg | 84% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.4
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