Classic Puppy Chow 🥜🍫
- Lauren Morgan
- Feb 2
- 2 min read
Classic Puppy Chow (Muddy Buddies) – The Ultimate Sweet & Crunchy Snack! 🥜🍫
If you’re looking for the perfect sweet and crunchy treat, look no further than Puppy Chow, also known as Muddy Buddies! This classic no-bake snack is made with crispy cereal coated in rich peanut butter, melted chocolate, and powdered sugar—creating an irresistible combination of flavors and textures.
It’s easy to make, perfect for parties, movie nights, or gifting, and dangerously addictive. Once you start snacking, you won’t be able to stop!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ No-Bake & Quick – Ready in just 10 minutes!✔ Sweet, Crunchy & Chocolatey – The perfect mix of flavors.✔ Great for Parties & Gifting – A guaranteed crowd-pleaser.✔ Easy to Customize – Add fun mix-ins like M&Ms, pretzels, or sprinkles.
The Recipe: Classic Puppy Chow (Muddy Buddies)
Ingredients:
9 cups Rice Chex cereal (or similar crispy rice cereal)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup creamy peanut butter
¼ cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
Instructions:
1. Melt the Chocolate & Peanut Butter
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter.
Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
2. Coat the Cereal
Place the Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl.
Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently toss until fully coated.
3. Add the Powdered Sugar
Transfer the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag (or use a large mixing bowl with a lid).
Add the powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake well until the cereal is evenly coated.
4. Let It Cool & Serve
Spread the Puppy Chow on a baking sheet or parchment paper to cool.
Once set, transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy!
Puppy Chow Variations & Add-Ins
Want to make it even more fun? Try these delicious mix-ins!
Holiday Twist – Add red & green M&Ms for Christmas or pastel sprinkles for Easter.
Salty-Sweet – Toss in pretzels or salted peanuts for an extra crunch.
Extra Chocolatey – Use dark chocolate or drizzle with melted white chocolate.
Nut-Free Option – Swap peanut butter for sunflower butter or cookie butter.
Tips for the Best Puppy Chow
Use Fresh Cereal – Stale cereal won’t have that perfect crunch!
Shake Gently – Toss the cereal gently in powdered sugar to avoid breaking the pieces.
Let It Cool Completely – This helps the coating set and prevents a sticky mess.
Store Properly – Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Why This Recipe Is a Favorite
Puppy Chow is one of those nostalgic treats that never gets old! Whether you’re making it for a party, a holiday gathering, or just a fun snack, it’s always a huge hit. The combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar creates a melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s impossible to resist.
If you make this recipe, I’d love to see your version! Tag me on Instagram @WeeknightHomemaker and share your sweet creations.
Happy snacking!Lauren 💕
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