Puppy Chow or Monkey Munch
Indulge in the ultimate no-bake snack with this classic Puppy Chow (also known as Monkey Munch) recipe! Perfectly crispy rice or corn cereal is coated in a luscious blend of creamy peanut butter, melted semi-sweet chocolate, and a hint of vanilla, then dusted generously with powdered sugar for a sweet, addictive treat. Ready in just 15 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for parties, movie nights, or a quick snack fix. With its irresistible combination of textures and flavors, this treat is as fun to make as it is to eat. Bonus: it’s easy to customize and store for a week of snacking bliss! Whether you call it Puppy Chow or Monkey Munch, one thing is certain — it won’t last long in the bowl!
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Ingredients
- 8 cups crispy rice or corn cereal (e.g., Chex)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 4-ounce stick unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, add 8 cups of crispy rice or corn cereal. Set aside.
Step 2
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup of creamy peanut butter, and 1 stick of unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth. This should take about 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture.
Step 4
Pour the melted mixture over the cereal in the large bowl. Use a spatula to gently fold and coat the cereal evenly, being careful not to break the pieces.
Step 5
Transfer the coated cereal into a large, resealable plastic bag or a clean large container with a lid.
Step 6
Add 2 cups of powdered sugar to the bag or container. Seal it tightly and shake vigorously until all the cereal pieces are evenly coated in powdered sugar.
Step 7
Pour the finished Puppy Chow onto a baking sheet or large piece of parchment paper to cool and set. Allow it to sit for 15 minutes.
Step 8
Once cooled, store the Puppy Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1083.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5242.3 |
| Total Fat 265.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 106.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3618.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 682.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 36.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 369.5g | |
| Protein 92.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 426.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1561.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 56.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2052.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories