Here’s a simple and classic recipe for Chex Muddy Buddies, also known as Puppy Chow, based on popular methods from various sources. This no-bake treat combines crunchy Chex cereal with chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar for an addictive snack.
Ingredients:
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- 9 cups Chex cereal (any variety)
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup butter or margarine
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Directions:
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- Into large bowl, measure cereal; set aside.
- In 1-quart microwavable bowl, stir together chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter.
- Microwave uncovered on High 1 minute; stir.
- Microwave about 30 seconds longer or until mixture can be stirred smooth.
- Stir in vanilla.
- Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated.
- Pour into 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag.
- Add powdered sugar.
- Seal bag; shake until well coated.
- Spread on waxed paper to cool.
- Store in airtight container in refrigerator.
Stove-Top Directions:
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- Into large bowl, measure cereal; set aside.
- In 1-quart saucepan, heat chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter over low heat, stirring frequently, until melted.
- Remove from heat; stir in vanilla.
- Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated.
- Pour into 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag.
- Add powdered sugar.
- Seal bag; shake until well coated.
- Spread on waxed paper to cool.
- Store in airtight container in refrigerator.
This Chex Muddy Buddies recipe is quick, uses pantry staples, and is endlessly customizable. It’s perfect for parties, gifting, or satisfying a sweet tooth.
