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Christmas Puppy Chow Recipe

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This festive Christmas Puppy Chow recipe is a delightful holiday snack that combines crunchy Chex cereal coated in a rich, chocolate-peanut butter mixture, then dusted with a blend of powdered and sanding sugar. Easy to make and perfect for holiday parties, this sweet treat sets in the refrigerator for a crunchy, flavorful snack that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 9 cups Chex cereal
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup festive sanding sugar

Chocolate Mixture

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cereal: Measure out 9 cups of Chex cereal and place it into a very large mixing bowl, ensuring the bowl is large enough to allow easy mixing without spilling.
  2. Melt the chocolate mixture: On the stovetop over medium heat, combine 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter, and 1/4 cup butter. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and fully melted, taking care not to burn the chocolate.
  3. Add vanilla and cool slightly: Remove the melted chocolate mixture from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to rest for 2-3 minutes so it cools slightly but remains pourable.
  4. Combine chocolate with cereal: Pour the chocolate mixture over the Chex cereal in three stages. After each addition, gently fold the cereal to coat it evenly without breaking the pieces, tossing carefully to ensure full coverage.
  5. Combine sugars: In a large airtight plastic bag, add 2 cups powdered sugar and 1 cup festive sanding sugar. Shake the bag well to mix the sugars evenly.
  6. Coat cereal with sugar mixture: Add the chocolate-coated Chex cereal to the sugar mixture in stages. Toss the cereal inside the bag to coat completely. As you coat the cereal, remove portions onto a wax paper-lined rimmed baking sheet.
  7. Chill and set: Spread the coated cereal in a single layer on the baking sheet and place it in the refrigerator for one hour to set the coating firmly.
  8. Store and serve: After chilling, remove the puppy chow from the refrigerator. Store it at room temperature or chilled until ready to serve. Enjoy this festive holiday snack!
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Notes

  • Use a large mixing bowl and bag to prevent spills and ensure even coating during mixing.
  • Make sure not to overheat the chocolate mixture to prevent burning.
  • The three-stage mixing process helps evenly coat the cereal without breaking it.
  • Chilling the coated cereal is essential to set the sugary coating firmly.
  • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunchiness.
  • This recipe is great for holiday gifting and party treats.

Keywords: Puppy Chow, Muddy Buddies, Christmas Snack, Holiday Treat, Chex Mix, Chocolate Peanut Butter Snack

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