Christmas Puppy Chow Mix (Print-Friendly Format)

Crunchy Chex, chocolate, peanut butter, and sugar make this no-bake festive snack perfect for the holidays.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Base

01 - 9 cups Chex cereal

→ Coating

02 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
03 - 0.5 cup smooth peanut butter
04 - 0.25 cup unsalted butter
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Finishing

06 - 2 cups powdered sugar
07 - 1 cup festive sanding sugar

# How to Make It:

01 - Measure Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
02 - In a saucepan over medium heat, melt together chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter, stirring continuously until smooth and fully combined.
03 - Remove saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow mixture to cool for 2–3 minutes.
04 - Pour chocolate mixture over Chex cereal in three additions, gently folding with a spatula after each to evenly coat without crushing.
05 - Place powdered sugar and sanding sugar into a large airtight plastic bag and shake to blend. Add coated cereal in batches, seal, and gently shake to cover thoroughly.
06 - Transfer coated cereal to a rimmed baking sheet lined with wax paper, spreading into a single layer. Refrigerate for 1 hour to set.
07 - Once set, remove and keep in an airtight container at room temperature or chilled until ready to serve.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.