Classic Homemade Puppy Chow (A.K.A. Muddy Buddies)
A classic, no-bake crunchy snack made with Chex cereal, melted chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and a snowy dusting of powdered sugar. A quick, low-energy bake coming in at just $0.28 per serving ($5.05 for the entire batch).
Servings 18 Servings
Cost $0.28 per serving ($5.05 total batch)
Ingredients
- 9 cups Chex Cereal Rice, Corn, or Honey
- 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips
- 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
- 1/4 cup Butter or Margarine
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 1/2 cups Powdered Sugar
Directions
- Combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter in a heat-safe bowl set over simmering water (or a double boiler). Stir continuously until smooth and glossy.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Measure your cereal into a large bowl. Pour the warm chocolate mixture over top and fold gently with a spatula until every piece is coated.
- Allow the coated cereal to cool down for 5–10 minutes (or pop in the fridge briefly) so it is cool to the touch but not hard.
- Transfer the cereal into a large sealable bag or container. Add the powdered sugar, seal tightly, and shake gently until completely coated.
Notes
Original Author: Chex Mix
- Avoid Clumping: Wait until the chocolate is cooled before adding powdered sugar so it doesn't melt into a paste.
- Storage Tip: Keeps at room temperature in an airtight container for 1 week, or store in the fridge/freezer for extra crunch!