Gluten Free Puppy Chow Recipe (AKA Muddy Buddies)
Ingredients
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
not natural
- 1/4 cup butter
see notes for dairy-free
- 5 cups Corn Chex
- 4 cups Rice Chex
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Directions
- 1
Add the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter to a large microwave-safe bowl. Melt at 50% power in 30-second intervals until the chocolate is melted. Stir well after each interval. Do not overheat.
- 2
Once melted, add the cereal to the bowl and stir to coat all of the cereal with the chocolate mixture. Set aside.
- 3
Add half of the powdered sugar to a large ziplock bag. Add half of the cereal to the bag and seal it closed. Shake the bag to coat all of the cereal with the powdered sugar. Add extra sugar as necessary for an even coating.
- 4
Transfer the puppy chow to a serving bowl or air-tight container and repeat the process with the remaining cereal.
- 5
Store at room temperature in an air-tight container.
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About this Recipe
Missing that irresistible, sweet-and-crunchy snack from childhood due to dietary needs? Our Gluten Free Puppy Chow (AKA Muddy Buddies) brings back all the nostalgia, crafted to be safely enjoyed by everyone. This classic sweet snack is truly impossible to resist.
This recipe shines by specifically calling for Rice Chex and Corn Chex, ensuring a naturally crisp, gluten-free base that holds up beautifully to the rich coating. Its thoughtful construction makes it incredibly simple to adapt for dairy-free and vegan diets, making it a versatile crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Prepare for a delightful balance of rich semi-sweet chocolate and savory creamy peanut butter, all generously coated in a sweet cloud of powdered sugar. Each bite offers an enjoyable crunch from the Chex cereal, followed by the familiar creamy, melt-in-your-mouth experience of the chocolate-peanut butter mixture. This classic snack is simple enough for a quick treat, yet impressive enough to share at any gathering.
Customization & Variations
To make this Puppy Chow dairy-free or vegan, simply use a plant-based butter alternative and ensure your semi-sweet chocolate chips are certified dairy-free or vegan. While the recipe calls for creamy peanut butter, if you need to avoid peanuts, an alternative like sunflower seed butter or almond butter would be a suitable substitution for a similar texture and richness.
Perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or simply a cozy night in, this snack is designed for sharing. Serve it in a large bowl, inviting everyone to grab a handful of this irresistible, allergy-friendly treat.