Festive Reindeer Food Christmas Puppy Chow Your New Treat Sensation
Reindeer Food Christmas Puppy Chow is a delightful snack perfect for holiday gatherings, made with Rice Chex, peanut butter, chocolate, and festive M&M's.
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- Microwave-safe bowl
- spatula
- gallon-sized zip-top bag
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- Airtight container
Ingredients
For the Base
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal for delightful crunch
- 1 cup Smooth peanut butter for creaminess
- 1 cup Chocolate chips melted for decadence
- ½ cup Unsalted butter enhances creaminess
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract brightens flavors
For the Coating
- 2 cups Powdered sugar for sweet coating
For the Festive Touch
- 1 cup M&M's (red and green for Christmas) for color and sweetness
- 1 cup Festive sprinkles (optional) for added fun
Instructions
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Start by placing the 9 cups of Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of smooth peanut butter, 1 cup of chocolate chips, and ½ cup of unsalted butter. Microwave this mixture on high for 30 seconds, then stir well.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Carefully pour the melted mixture over the Rice Chex cereal and gently fold until every piece is evenly coated.
- Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag, add 2 cups of powdered sugar, seal and shake until coated.
- Dump the mixture back into the bowl, stir in 1 cup of M&M's and 1 cup of festive sprinkles.
- Spread the puppy chow onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool for about 30 minutes.
- Transfer to an airtight container once cooled for storage.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks. Customize with your favorite candies or nuts.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 55mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg
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