Description
Christmas Puppy Chow (Reindeer Chow)
A no-bake, chocolate-peanut butter holiday treat with a snowy powdered sugar coating and festive mix-ins.
Perfect for parties, gifts, or cozy holiday snacking.
Ingredients
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9 cups Rice Chex cereal
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or dark/milk chocolate)
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½ cup creamy peanut butter (or SunButter for nut-free)
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¼ cup unsalted butter (or salted if needed)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1½ cups powdered sugar
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1 cup red & green M&Ms
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½ cup mini pretzels, broken
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½ cup holiday sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
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Melt Chocolate & Peanut Butter:
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth and glossy (about 60–90 sec). -
Add Vanilla:
Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract until fully incorporated. -
Coat Cereal:
Gently fold the 9 cups of Rice Chex into the chocolate-peanut butter mixture with a spatula, coating each piece evenly. -
Powdered Sugar Shake:
Transfer coated cereal to a large gallon-sized zip-top bag or container. Add powdered sugar, seal tightly, and shake until every piece is coated. -
Cool & Set:
Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let it set for 15–20 minutes at room temperature. -
Add Mix-Ins:
Once cooled, stir in M&Ms, broken pretzels, and optional sprinkles. -
Serve & Store:
Serve in a large bowl or package in gift bags. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
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White Christmas Chow: Use white chocolate chips and dried cranberries.
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Peppermint Bark Chow: Add ½ tsp peppermint extract and crushed candy canes.
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Elf Trail Mix Chow: Add holiday-shaped marshmallows and nuts.
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Double Pretzel Crunch: Use extra pretzels for more salty-sweet goodness.
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Nutrition
- Calories: 230cal Per Serving
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg