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Colorful festive puppy chow spread on a rustic wooden tray with vibrant red and green candies, powdered sugar dusted, in a cheerful holiday setting

Festive Christmas Puppy Chow Recipe

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A festive, easy-to-make Christmas puppy chow perfect for holiday gatherings. Crunchy cereal coated with sweet chocolate and colorful candies, dusted with powdered sugar.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

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  • 9 cups of Rice Chex cereal
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • Red and green M&M’s or holiday sprinkles

Instructions

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips, butter, and peanut butter, stirring until smooth.
  2. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Pour over the cereal in a large bowl and gently toss until evenly coated.
  4. Add powdered sugar to a large zip-top bag, then add the coated cereal. Seal and shake to evenly cover.
  5. Pour the coated cereal into a large serving dish and sprinkle with holiday candies or sprinkles. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Use festive M&M’s or sprinkles for a colorful presentation.
  • Adjust the amount of powdered sugar for a less or more sweet coating.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days for maximum crunch.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (melting)
  • Method: Microwave, tossing, shaking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg