Proven way to grow a batch of Puppy Chow (Muddy Buddies)
This classic no-bake treat, also known as Muddy Buddies, combines crispy cereal with a rich chocolate peanut butter coating, all dusted with powdered sugar. It's a quick and easy snack perfect for parties or a sweet craving.
Equipment
- large bowl
- microwave-safe bowl
- rubber spatula
- large resealable bags
- baking sheet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 9 cups rice cereal squares (such as Chex)
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Measure out your cereal into a large bowl and set it aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter, then microwave for 1 minute; stir, and continue microwaving in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the cereal, stirring gently with a rubber spatula until all the cereal is evenly coated.
- Transfer half of the coated cereal to a large resealable bag, add half of the powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake until the cereal is thoroughly coated.
- Repeat the shaking process with the remaining cereal and powdered sugar in a separate bag.
- Spread the finished puppy chow on a baking sheet to cool completely, then store in an airtight container.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of salt to the chocolate mixture. Get creative with variations by adding other powdered toppings like cocoa powder, cinnamon sugar, or even crushed freeze-dried fruit for different puppy chow flavors. Keep in mind that peanut butter can vary in consistency; if your mixture is too thick, a tiny splash of milk can help smooth it out. You can also make this recipe in a slow cooker by melting the chocolate, peanut butter, and butter on low heat for an hour, stirring occasionally, then proceeding with the coating and shaking steps.