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Puppy Chow Chex Mix Recipe

Puppy Chow Chex Mix, also known as Muddy Buddies, is a sweet, crunchy snack that blends Chex cereal with creamy peanut butter, melted chocolate, and a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for parties, gift-giving, or satisfying your sweet tooth at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 8 persons
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups rice Chex cereal
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Equipment

  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 medium microwave-safe bowl
  • 1 spatula or large spoon
  • 1 large baking sheet or parchment paper
  • 1 zip-top bag (gallon-size) or large container with lid

Method
 

  1. Measure out the Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  2. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir, then microwave for an additional 30 seconds if needed, until melted and smooth.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract to the melted chocolate mixture.
  4. Pour the chocolate mixture over the Chex cereal. Gently stir with a spatula until all cereal pieces are evenly coated.
  5. Pour the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag or container. Add the powdered sugar. Seal the bag and shake vigorously until all pieces are well coated with the sugar.
  6. Spread the coated cereal out on a baking sheet or parchment paper to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
  7. Store leftover Puppy Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Notes

You can swap rice Chex for corn Chex or mix both.
Add-ins like mini pretzels or M&Ms work well for extra texture.
Make sure the mixture is cool before bagging to prevent clumping.