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Puppy Chow

Easy no-bake Puppy Chow made with chocolate, peanut butter, and Chex cereal. A quick sweet snack perfect for parties and everyday treats.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 (≈ 3 cups total)
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips ≈ 1 cup
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating
  • 1 to 1½ cups powdered sugar
Optional
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Method
 

Prepare the cereal
  1. Place 3 cups of Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
Melt chocolate mixture
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter.
  2. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time until smooth.
Add vanilla
  1. Stir in vanilla extract once the mixture is fully melted.
Coat the cereal
  1. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently mix until evenly coated.
Add powdered sugar
  1. Transfer coated cereal into a large container or zip bag.
  2. Add powdered sugar, seal, and shake well for 1–2 minutes until fully coated.
Cool the puppy chow
  1. Spread on a baking sheet and let it cool for 15–20 minutes.
Serve or store
  1. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container

Notes

  • Add 1 teaspoon coconut oil if the chocolate mixture is too thick
  • Shake longer if coating looks uneven
  • Store in an airtight container up to 1 week at room temperature or longer in fridge