Peanut Butter Lover's Puppy Chow Recipe

Forget chocolate! This Peanut Butter Lover's Puppy Chow recipe is a delightful twist on a classic snack mix. Rich, creamy peanut butter and sweet, crunchy cereal combine for a ridiculously addictive treat that disappears in minutes. Perfect for movie nights, parties, or a quick afternoon pick-me-up!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 489.8 kcal
Protein 22g
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Ingredients for Peanut Butter Lover's Puppy Chow

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How to Make Peanut Butter Lover's Puppy Chow

  1. In a large saucepan, combine 1 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/2 cup butter, and 1/2 cup milk.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the butter and peanut butter are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  4. Add 10 cups of your favorite cereal (like Chex or Rice Chex) and stir gently to coat completely.
  5. Pour the mixture into a large resealable bag or bowl.
  6. Add 2 cups powdered sugar to the bag/bowl.
  7. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and shake vigorously until the puppy chow is evenly coated in powdered sugar.
  8. Spread the puppy chow on parchment paper to cool completely. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

193g

Fat

43g

Carbs

18g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peanut Butter Lover's Puppy Chow?

Peanut Butter Lover's Puppy Chow takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peanut Butter Lover's Puppy Chow?

Peanut Butter Lover's Puppy Chow has approximately 489.8 calories per serving, with about 22 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 43 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peanut Butter Lover's Puppy Chow?

The key ingredients for Peanut Butter Lover's Puppy Chow are Peanut Butter, Butter, Semi Sweet Chocolate Baking Squares, Vanilla Extract, Almond Extract, Peanuts. See the full list with measurements above.

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