Puppy Chow {& How to Customize}

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Puppy Chow is a delicious treat made primarily with chocolate chips, peanut butter, and Chex® cereal! No baking required!

Puppy Chow with a child's hand grabbing a piece.

Why We Love This Puppy Chow

  1. Quick & Easy: No bake, simple steps.
  2. Rich Flavor: Chocolate and peanut butter mix.
  3. Customizable: Easy to change up for events with add-ins.
  4. Fun Activity: Get your kids involved, they love making this.
  5. Stores Well: Lasts a week, freezer-friendly.

QUICK TIP

Puppy Chow, also called Muddy Buddies or Monkey Munch, usually contains crispy cereal, sweeteners, chocolate or peanut butter, and add-ins.

Ingredients being melted and added to the Chex cereal.

Ingredients

  • Crispy Cereal: Gives the crunchy foundation.
  • Chocolate Chips & Peanut Butter: Create a sweet, creamy coating.
  • Butter: Adds richness and smoothness.
  • Vanilla & Salt: Enhance overall flavor of your puppy chow.
  • Powdered Sugar: Provides sweetness and prevents sticking.
  • Add-ins: Offer extra texture and customization.

M&M's and the Puppy Chow recipe.

How To Make Puppy Chow 

  1. Measure cereal into a large bowl.
  2. Melt together peanut butter, chocolate chips, and butter; stir in vanilla and salt.
  3. Pour the melted mixture over cereal; mix until coated.
  4. Divide and shake with powdered sugar in sealable bags for an even coat.
  5. Optional: Mix in any desired add-ins like M&M’s.
  6. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

STORAGE

  • Room Temperature: Keep puppy chow in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Freeze: Store in a sealed bag or container for up to 3 months; thaw at room temp.

The dessert in a bowl with M&Ms.

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Puppy Chow

5 from 6 votes
Puppy Chow is a delicious treat made primarily with chocolate chips, peanut butter, and Chex® cereal! No baking required!
Puppy Chow with a child's hand grabbing a piece.
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Puppy Chow

Puppy Chow with a child's hand grabbing a piece.
5 from 6 votes
Puppy Chow is a delicious treat made primarily with chocolate chips, peanut butter, and Chex® cereal! No baking required!
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword puppy chow, puppy chow recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 20 servings
Chelsea Lords
Calories 592kcal
Cost $6.24

Ingredients

  • 9 cups Rice Chex or other crispy rice cereal
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup milk or semisweet chocolate chips (Note 1)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 and 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup festive/holiday M&M's or Reeses Pieces, optional

Instructions

  • PREP: Into a large bowl, measure cereal; set aside.
  • MELT: In another large microwave-safe bowl, mix peanut butter, chocolate chips, and butter. Microwave in 15-second bursts, stirring each time until melted and smooth. Then, add vanilla and salt. Pour over cereal and gently stir until evenly coated.
  • COMBINE: Pour half of the cereal mixture into a gallon-sized sealable plastic bag and add half of the powdered sugar. Seal and shake until cereal is evenly coated. Repeat this process with remaining cereal and powdered sugar in same or a different bag. Shake until all the cereal is well coated. This separation ensures even coating of the cereal mixture.
  • ADD-INS: Transfer to a large bowl and optionally stir in M&M's, Reese's Pieces, or other desired additions. Enjoy!
  • STORAGE: Store leftover Puppy Chow in an airtight container at room temperature.

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Recipe Notes

Note 1: We love using Guittard or Ghirardelli chocolate chips.
Nutritional information does not include the optional candy mix-ins.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 592kcal | Carbohydrates: 115g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 1043mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 2048IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 404mg | Iron: 36mg

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  1. I had to stop making muddy buddies at home because I just cannot control myself around it!! haha I blame college – we didn’t have a kitchen so the only dessert we ever made was muddy buddies! These flavors sound awesome!

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