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Puppy Chow

Puppy Chow

Puppy Chow is a delightful mix of sweet and salty flavors, perfect for sharing on special occasions.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Sweet Moments
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Mixture
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips perfect for a rich and sweet flavor
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter adds creaminess and nutty taste
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter helps achieve smooth texture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure for best flavor
For the Coating
  • 1 cup powdered sugar adjust to taste for sweetness
For the Cereal Base
  • 9 cups Rice Chex cereal the base for delightful crunch
For the Garnish
  • 1 cup red, white, and pink chocolate-covered candies adds sweetness and festivity
  • 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries adds fruity flavor and lovely color contrast

Equipment

  • microwave-safe bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Ziploc bag
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

How to Make Puppy Chow
  1. Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips, peanut butter, and unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat them in 30-second intervals, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
  2. Once melted, stir in the vanilla extract to infuse a sweet aroma.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, pour the Rice Chex cereal.
  4. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal, stirring gently until evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the coated cereal to a gallon-sized Ziploc bag.
  6. Add powdered sugar to the bag, seal it tightly, and shake until coated.
  7. Spread the mixture onto a lined baking sheet and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
  8. Top with chocolate-covered candies and sprinkle with freeze-dried strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To prevent burning, melt chocolate in short intervals. Gently fold to coat all cereal evenly.

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