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Valentine’s Puppy Chow Recipe
A festive Valentine’s Puppy Chow made with chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar, topped with M&M’s and white chocolate drizzle.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 250 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 9 cups rice chex cereal (or similar gluten-free cereal)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup pink or red M&M’s (or heart-shaped candy)
- ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the Rice Chex cereal.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave for 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is smooth and melted.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently stir to coat evenly.
- Add the powdered sugar to a large zip-top bag, then pour the chocolate-coated cereal into the bag. Shake to coat thoroughly.
- Spread the coated cereal onto a baking sheet to cool.
- Once cool, add the M&M’s and optional white chocolate drizzle on top.
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Notes
- Make Ahead: This Valentine’s Puppy Chow is great for making ahead! Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Customizing the Flavor: You can make it more festive by adding different colored candy melts for a fun twist or mixing in some crushed Valentine's-themed cookies for added texture.
- Serving Suggestions: This makes a fun and festive treat for parties, gift bags, or a snack bowl for movie night. You can also serve it alongside other sweets at a Valentine’s Day dessert table.
- Allergy-Friendly Options: To make this recipe peanut-free, use almond or sunflower butter instead of peanut butter. For a dairy-free version, swap the butter and chocolate for dairy-free alternatives.
- Storage Tips: Keep leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months—just be sure to allow it to thaw completely before serving.
Nutrition Information
Calories
250kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Cholesterol
10mg
(3%)
Sodium
100mg
(4%)
Potassium
80mg
(2%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
20g
(40%)
Vitamin A
80IU
(2%)
Calcium
15mg
(2%)
Iron
1.5mg
(8%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 250
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 250kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 100mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 80mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 80IU | 2% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.