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St. Patrick’s Day Puppy Chow

St. Patrick’s Day Puppy Chow: A Fun, Festive Treat!

St. Patrick’s Day Puppy Chow is a delightful, no-bake snack that combines Rice Chex with chocolate-peanut butter coating and Lucky Charms marshmallows.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 10 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Puppy Chow
  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal Feel free to substitute with another Chex variety.
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips Consider using dark chocolate for a more intense taste.
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter Almond or cashew butter work well for nut-free versions.
  • 1/4 cup butter Swap it for margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla Opt for pure vanilla extract for a more robust flavor.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Adjust to personal taste.
  • 1 cup St. Patrick's Day Lucky Charms marshmallows Feel free to use mini marshmallows if you can't find them.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Small Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • gallon Ziplock bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, pour 6 cups of Rice Chex cereal and set it aside for later.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of milk chocolate chips, 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter, and 1/4 cup of butter. Heat over low heat, stirring frequently for about 3-5 minutes until melted and smooth. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla.
  3. Carefully pour the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the Rice Chex cereal in your mixing bowl. Use a spatula to gently fold the mixture until all pieces are coated.
  4. Transfer the coated cereal mixture to a gallon Ziplock bag, adding 2 cups of powdered sugar. Seal the bag, then shake vigorously for about 30 seconds.
  5. Before serving, add desired amounts of St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Charms marshmallows to the bag and gently toss the mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Optionally freeze for up to 3 months.

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