Description
This irresistible no-bake snack, also known as Puppy Chow, features crispy cereal coated in melted chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar—perfectly sweet, crunchy, and totally addictive.
Ingredients
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- 9 cups rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl. Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently stir until all pieces are evenly coated.
- Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag. Add powdered sugar, seal, and shake until cereal is fully covered.
- Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a peanut-free version.
- For extra crunch, mix in chopped nuts or pretzels.
- Great make-ahead treat for parties or holidays.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
