Gluten-Free Protein Puppy Chow (Muddy Buddies)
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Gluten-Free Protein Puppy Chow (Muddy Buddies)
Description
The Gluten-Free Protein Puppy Chow recipe starts by melting together semi-sweet chocolate, natural peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil to create a smooth chocolate coating. Vanilla extract adds aromatic sweetness. The melted mixture is stirred into Honey Nut Chex cereal to coat each piece thoroughly. Finally, the coated cereal is shaken with vanilla protein powder in a sealed bag to add a powdery finish that enhances texture and protein content. The snack has a balance of crunchy cereal and rich chocolate-peanut butter flavor with a subtle honey sweetness.
This snack is ideal for a protein-boosted sweet treat suitable for on-the-go nibbling or a party snack. It combines familiar Puppy Chow appeal with extra protein, making it a more filling option for those seeking a gluten-free, slightly healthier alternative. The recipe's method ensures even coating without clumping.
Ingredients
- 3 oz semi-sweet chocolate
- 1/4 cup peanut butter natural
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 1/2 cups Honey Nut Chex cereal
- 2/3 cup protein powder vanilla
Instructions
- In a large, microwave safe bowl, melt the chocolate, peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil. To do this I use 50% power and microwave in 20 second intervals, stirring between each interval, until everything is smooth and melted.
- Stir the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture, followed by the Chex cereal. Stir the cereal until each piece is well coated in chocolate.
- Place the protein powder into a large, zip-loc bag and then scoop the cereal into the bag. Seal the bag and shake it until the protein powder has evenly coated every piece of cereal.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 419 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 419kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 64g | 21% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 356mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 381mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 502IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 174mg | 17% |
| Iron | 15mg | 83% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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