Puppy Chow

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate nostalgic treat with this quick and easy Puppy Chow recipe—a crowd-pleasing favorite for snack time or special occasions! Featuring crunchy Rice Chex cereal coated in a rich blend of melted semi-sweet chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and buttery goodness, this recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare. A dusting of powdered sugar seals the deal, creating irresistibly sweet, bite-sized morsels that are perfect for parties, movie nights, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. With no baking required, you’ll love how simple it is to whip up this classic dessert, also known as "Muddy Buddies." Serve it fresh in a bowl or store it for up to a week to enjoy whenever cravings strike—make it once, and it’s sure to become a family favorite!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 5 min
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

6 items

• 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Powdered sugar

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Place the 9 cups of Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.

2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup of creamy peanut butter, and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter.

3. Microwave the chocolate, peanut butter, and butter mixture on high in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted (approximately 1 to 1.5 minutes total).

4. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture.

5. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal, gently folding with a spatula to coat the cereal evenly.

6. Transfer the coated cereal into a 2-gallon resealable plastic bag or an airtight container with a lid.

7. Add 1.5 cups of powdered sugar to the bag or container. Seal the bag and shake vigorously (or close the container and shake) until all the cereal pieces are fully coated in powdered sugar.

8. Spread the coated cereal on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper to cool and set for 10 minutes.

9. Once cooled, transfer the Puppy Chow to a serving bowl or store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (112.1g)

Calories		482
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		15.9 g	20%
	Saturated Fat	4.8 g	24%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		3 mg	1%
Sodium		633 mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate		81.2 g	30%
	Dietary Fiber	3.4 g	12%
	Total Sugars	29.0 g
Protein		10.5 g	21%
Vitamin D		4.6 mcg	23%
Calcium		308 mg	24%
Iron		19.2 mg	106%
Potassium		207 mg	4%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1714 cal (28.0%%)

Protein: 504 cal (8.2%%)

Carbs: 3894 cal (63.7%%)