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Easy Puppy Chow festive holiday bowl

Easy Puppy Chow Recipe You’ll Crave Every Holiday

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This Easy Puppy Chow is a quick, chocolatey snack mix that’s perfect for holidays, parties, or anytime you need a sweet treat.

  • Total Time: 12 minutes
  • Yield: 18 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 9 cups Chex cereal (rice or corn)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Add Chex cereal to a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter.
  3. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until melted and smooth.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Pour chocolate mixture over cereal and gently mix until fully coated.
  6. Transfer to a large Ziploc bag, add powdered sugar, and shake until evenly coated.
  7. Spread on baking sheet to cool completely before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Use a two-gallon Ziploc bag for easy coating.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
  • Freeze in bags for up to 2 months.
  • Try mix-ins like pretzels, M&M’s, or crushed peppermint for variations.
  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg