Christmas Puppy Chow Recipe
This Christmas Puppy Chow recipe is a delightful holiday snack mix that combines the crunch of Chex cereal with the sweetness of chocolate, peanut butter, and festive candies. Perfect for parties or gifting!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup red and green M&M’s
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
- 1/2 cup holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, place the Chex cereal and set aside.
- Pour the melted mixture over the cereal and gently stir until evenly coated.
- Add the powdered sugar to a large zip-top bag or clean paper bag, then add the coated cereal. Shake vigorously until the cereal is fully coated in powdered sugar.
- Pour the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool.
- Once cooled, stir in the M&M’s, crushed peppermint, and holiday sprinkles.
- Store in an airtight container.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and melted. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Notes
- This festive treat can be made ahead and stored for up to a week.
- Swap in white chocolate chips or use almond butter if preferred.
- Easily double the recipe for parties or gifting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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