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    Home » FOOD

    Valentines Day Puppy Chow

    Published: Feb 3, 2019 · Modified: Jan 16, 2024 by Rhonda · 2 Comments

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    This Puppy Chow recipe is full of creamy peanut butter, chocolate, rice cereal, powered sugar and M&Ms!   Our Valentine's Day Puppy Chow is one of those tasty recipes that the whole family can enjoy not just for Valentine's Day but throughout the year! You can easily change it up for any holiday or event! Just add different colors of M & M's or candies!

     

    The only problem I have with making muddy buddies or puppy chow is that once you start noshing on it, you can't stop. It's that good!

    If you've never made puppy chow before, you are in for a real treat. It's easy to make, it's kid-friendly so they can help with the process, it's a great on the go snack, and it's totally versatile. My family loves my different varieties of muddy buddies. I love creating them for every holiday.

    If you are looking for more puppy chow recipes, make sure to check out my St. Patrick's Day Puppy Chow, my Patriotic Puppy Chow, and my Christmas Muddy Buddies.

    Ingredients

    • Creamy peanut butter - this is a key ingredient.
    • Butter - need I say more?
    • Milk chocolate chips - this is what you will coat the Chex with.
    • Vanilla - make sure this is Pure Vanilla Extract
    • Chex cereal - you can also use Rice Chex
    • Powdered sugar - this will be what goes on top of the chocolate covered Chex.
    • M&Ms - to give it a holiday vibe, use holiday colored ones.
    • Sprinkles of your choice

    Instructions

    There is a complete printable ingredients list and directions in the recipe card below. I have included in-process photos if you need them as a reference.

    Chocolate chips, cream cheese, and peanut butter in a bowl
    Melted chocolate in a white bowl
    Chocolate rice chex cereal
    Rice Chex covered in chocolate and powdered sugar in a large glass measuring cup
    Valentines Day Puppy Chow full of red, pink, and white M&Ms and sprinkles

    Storage

    After it's dry, place the mixture into a large airtight container.  You can store it up for to two weeks! 

    FAQ

    How Do You Make Puppy Chow?

    Puppy Chow is made by pouring melted butter, peanut butter, and chocolate chips Chex Mix cereal and then added powdered sugar.  It's perfectly sweet and crunchy! 

    Is Puppy Chow No Bake?

    Yes, Puppy Chow is super easy to make, it's no-bake, and you just need a microwave.

    Why is it called Puppy Chow?

    I wish I had a fancy answer to this, however, I don't.  It's simply called Puppy Chow because it looks like real puppy chow that you give to your dogs. 

    Puppy Chow OR Muddy Buddies?

    Puppy Chow, Monkey Munch, Muddy Buddies, Muddy Munch or Reindeer Chow are many different ways you can refer to the yummy homemade snacks we make with Chex cereal.

    📖 Recipe

    Valentine's Day Puppy Chow Recipe

    RhondaRhonda
    Valentine's Day Puppy Chow is one of those tasty recipes that the whole family can enjoy not just for Valentine's Day but throughout the year! 
    4.20 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course FOOD
    Cuisine American
    Servings 9 cups
    Calories 209 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
    • ¼ cup butter
    • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • 9 cups Chex cereal
    • 2 cups powdered sugar
    • 1 cup M&Ms
    • sprinkles of your choice

    Instructions
     

    • Combine peanut butter, butter, and chocolate chips in a microwavable bowl.
    • Microwave for 1 minute, then stir until melted and creamy.
    • Add vanilla and stir.
    • In a large bowl with a cover, pour chocolate mixture over cereal. Cover and shake until
    • cereal is evenly coated.
    • Sprinkle powdered sugar over cereal. Cover and shake until evenly coated.
    • Add M&Ms and sprinkles of your choice to complete your Puppy Chow/Muddy Buddies.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 209kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 135mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g
    Keyword Easy Puppy Chow Recipe, How to Make Muddy Buddies, How to Make Puppy Chow, How to Make Valentines Day Puppy Chow, Valentines Muddy Buddies
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    About Rhonda

    Rhonda is a wanna be foodie, coffee and chocolate lover, and a genealogy nerd. If shopping was a sport, she would actually set records for it. Creating recipes in her kitchen is how she relaxes. She also loves spending time with her family and getting away when she can to the lake.

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    1. Kim Glover says

      February 06, 2023 at 9:32 pm

      Made this and loved it!

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      • RhondaRhonda says

        February 07, 2023 at 11:11 am

        That is wonderful! I'm glad you liked it!

        Reply
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