Puppy Chow Recipe
This puppy chow recipe (also known as Muddy Buddies) is a quick and irresistible snack made with cereal, chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar. Perfect for parties, holiday treats, or cozy nights in—ready in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
- 9 cups Chex cereal corn, rice, or a mix
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter together. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the mixture over Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl. Gently fold until evenly coated.
- Transfer coated cereal into a large zip-top bag or container with lid.
- Add powdered sugar, seal, and shake until every piece is coated.
- Spread onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool.
- Serve immediately or store for later snacking.
Notes
For nut-free options, swap peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
Add M&Ms, pretzels, or festive sprinkles for fun variations.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcal
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