Puppy Chow Bars Recipe
Puppy Chow Bars are a delicious, no-bake treat combining crunchy Chex cereal with melted peanut butter, chocolate chips, and marshmallows, all dusted with powdered sugar for a classic sweet snack bar perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Leo
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes (melting time in microwave)
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars (depending on cut size) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Dry Ingredients
- 4 cups Chex cereal (any flavor)
- 1 Tablespoon powdered sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 5 regular-size marshmallows (or 50 mini marshmallows)
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- Melt mixture: In a large bowl, combine the marshmallows, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and creamy peanut butter. Microwave at 50% power for 45 seconds increments, stirring between each until fully melted and smooth.
- Combine with cereal: Once the chocolate, peanut butter, and marshmallow mixture is melted, immediately stir in the Chex cereal until all pieces are evenly coated.
- Press into pan: Transfer the mixture into an 8×8 inch baking dish. Press the mixture firmly to ensure it sticks together as a cohesive bar.
- Add powdered sugar: Sift the powdered sugar evenly over the top of the pressed bars.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature before cutting and serving.
- Storage: Store the bars in the fridge if you prefer firm bars, or at room temperature for a softer texture.
Notes
- Microwaving at 50% power helps prevent burning the marshmallows and chocolate.
- The type of Chex cereal flavor can be chosen to suit your taste preference.
- Press firmly to ensure the bars hold together well.
- Adjust powdered sugar amount for sweetness preference.
- For an extra touch, add chopped nuts or a sprinkle of sea salt on top before cooling.
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