Puppy Chow
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Puppy Chow
Description
This Puppy Chow recipe transforms simple cereal into a sweet treat by first melting chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, and butter together over low heat to make a smooth coating. Vanilla extract is added for complexity before pouring this mixture over the Chex cereal, which is stirred gently to ensure even coverage. After coating, the cereal is transferred to a large resealable bag along with powdered sugar and shaken vigorously until every piece is dusted with sugar, creating a lightly sweet, powdery coating that contrasts with the chocolate and peanut butter layer.
The snack has a crispy texture from the cereal combined with the creamy, sweet coating. It can be served right away or cooled on wax paper. Variations include mixing in mini marshmallows, crushed Oreos, or colorful candy pieces to suit different tastes or holiday themes.
Puppy Chow can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for one to two weeks or frozen for longer keeping. It’s a convenient make-ahead snack that’s popular for parties and casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 9 cups Chex cereal rice or corn
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup peanut butter creamy
- ½ cup butter unsalted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Place 9 cups cereal in a large bowl and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Cook, stirring frequently, until melted. Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla.
- Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated.
- Pour into a 2-gallon resealable plastic bag. Add powdered sugar. Seal bag and shake until well coated.
- Spread out on a piece of waxed paper to cool, then serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container to store.
Notes
- Store Puppy Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 to 2 weeks.
- This snack can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw fully before serving.
- Mix-ins like mini marshmallows, crushed Oreos, or holiday candies can be added for variation.
- Prepare this treat ahead of time for parties or easy snacking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 279 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 279kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 211mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 144mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 146IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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