Puppy Chow Or Monkey Munch Recipe

This insanely addictive Puppy Chow (also known as Monkey Munch) recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, especially with kids! Easy to make and yields a massive batch of this sweet, salty, and crunchy snack mix. Get ready for a flavor explosion of chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 268.4 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.3 (173 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Puppy Chow Or Monkey Munch

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How to Make Puppy Chow Or Monkey Munch

  1. Measure 12 cups of your favorite cereal (Chex or Rice Chex recommended) into a large bowl and set aside.
  2. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup creamy peanut butter, and 1/2 cup unsalted butter.
  3. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir well.
  4. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate, peanut butter, and butter are completely melted and smooth.
  5. Remove from microwave and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal in the large bowl. Stir gently but thoroughly until all the cereal pieces are evenly coated.
  7. Pour the coated cereal into a large resealable zip-top bag. Add 2 cups powdered sugar.
  8. Seal the bag and shake vigorously until the cereal is completely coated with powdered sugar.
  9. Spread the Puppy Chow in a single layer on a large sheet of waxed paper to cool and set.
  10. Once cooled, store in airtight containers or resealable bags for up to a week (if it lasts that long!).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

112g

Fat

36g

Carbs

10g