puppy chow chex mix recipe
Puppy Chow, also known as Muddy Buddies, is a deliciously addictive snack made from Chex cereal, chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar. This sweet treat is perfect for parties, movie nights, or satisfying your sweet tooth.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 microwave-safe bowl
- 1 stirring spoon
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
- 1 zip-top bag or large bowl for coating
Ingredients
- 9 cups Chex cereal (Rice or Corn)
- 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 large mixing bowl, place the 9 cups of Chex cereal and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and unsalted butter. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue to heat in 20-second intervals, stirring each time until the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract into the melted mixture until well incorporated.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the Chex cereal. Gently stir until the cereal is evenly coated.
- In a large zip-top bag or another bowl, add the powdered sugar. Carefully add the coated cereal and shake gently or stir until the cereal is coated in powdered sugar.
- Spread the Puppy Chow mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool and separate.
- Allow it to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
You can store Puppy Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Feel free to add mix-ins like mini chocolate chips, M&M's, or nuts for extra flavor. For a more festive touch, use colored powdered sugar or drizzle with white chocolate before serving.