Puppy Chow Recipe

5 from 2 votes

This classic homemade puppy chow recipe will have you eating it by the handful. A crunchy powdered sugar, chocolate, and peanut butter coated snack that's addictively delicious!

Prep Time10

Rest Time20

Total Time30

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: 1 cup servings

Calories: 485kcal

Author: Jennifer Fishkind

Ingredients

10 cups rice chex or generic version
1½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
¾ cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons salted sweet cream butter softened
2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

Using an extra large mixing bowl, add in the 10 cups of rice chex. Set it aside.
10 cups rice chex
Using a medium size heat safe mixing bowl, add the chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter. Microwave for 45 seconds. Stir and continue heating in 20 second intervals, stirring after each interval until the mixture is smooth.
1½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, ¾ cup creamy peanut butter, 2 tablespoons salted sweet cream butter
Pour the chocolate mixture over the rice chex. Stir until all of the chex are completely coated.
Pour the coated chex and the powdered sugar into a 2 gallon ziploc baggie. Shake to completely coat the puppy chow.
2 cups powdered sugar
Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
Divide the puppy chow between the puppy chow between the 2 baking sheets. Allow the puppy chow to rest for 20 minutes.

Notes

Storage :

To Store: Store any leftovers in an airtight container or Ziploc baggie for up to 5 days.
To Freeze: You can freeze puppy chow for up to 3 months. Just make sure your Ziploc bag is tightly sealed and pop it in the freezer. Simply place it on the countertop to thaw.

Tips:

I like to spread the coated cereal on parchment paper lined cookie sheets and let it rest for 20 minutes. I find it helps keep the cereal from sticking together and prevents it from becoming soggy.
This Chex puppy chow recipe makes the perfect base for tossing with your favorite candies and savory snacks. Use a variety of colors and textures to make it festive for the holidays or appropriate for special occasions.
Stir in some M&M’s, sprinkles, Reese’s Pieces, crushed candy, cookie pieces, or chopped nuts for extra crunch.

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