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Christmas Puppy Chow Recipe

Christmas Puppy Chow Recipe

Whip up a batch of Christmas Puppy Chow Recipe, a quick and festive treat packed with flavors everyone will love. It's a delightful snack that brings back memories and creates new ones!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Mixture:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cereal Mixture:
  • 9 cups Chex cereal (rice, corn, or a combination)
For the Coating:
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Optional Add-Ins:
  • 1/2 cup holiday sprinkles
  • 1/2 cup mini M&Ms (red and green)

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • Large resealable bag
  • Baking Sheet
  • Airtight container

Method
 

  1. Melt butter, chocolate chips, and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
  2. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the Chex cereal in a large bowl.
  4. Gently mix until all the cereal pieces are evenly coated.
  5. Place the powdered sugar in a large resealable bag.
  6. Add the coated cereal to the bag and seal tightly.
  7. Shake well until all the cereal is coated with powdered sugar.
  8. Spread the Puppy Chow onto a baking sheet to cool.
  9. Sprinkle with holiday sprinkles and mini M&Ms (if using).
  10. Once cooled, store in an airtight container.

Notes

To ensure the perfect Christmas Puppy Chow Recipe, use fresh ingredients, especially the peanut butter. If your chocolate mixture appears lumpy, add a teaspoon of vegetable oil to help smooth it out. When coating the cereal, don’t overcrowd the bag with too much cereal at once; this ensures even distribution of the powdered sugar. Let the Puppy Chow cool completely before storing to prevent it from clumping together. Also, experiment with different types of Chex cereal – rice, corn, chocolate, or a mix – to find your favorite combination. For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips or add a pinch of sea salt to the melted chocolate mixture. Feel free to customize it with your favorite festive candies and sprinkles to make it truly your own.