#Puppy chow you take chocolate and peanut butter and melt it together and then coat chex cereal in that mix

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Eddie would like pickle roll ups. He also would like puppy chow. Sorry, I don't make the rules.

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Christmas in July: Bonus Day 29

Another extra that goes along with Chapter 7. It’s more Christmas cookie recipes with a little drabble at the beginning. Hope you enjoy!

Alan arrives home from the mission sweaty but in high spirits. John’s stuck at Dad’s desk, finishing up formalities with the director. The smell of cooling cookies draws him back into the kitchen. He finds more than he remembers he and John making out on the counter. Odd. They look too nice to be Grandma’s or Scott’s handiwork which is promising.

He picks up one that looks to have chunks of some chocolate candy mixed in. One bite later and Alan’s spitting it out into the trash. Who thinks mint and chocolate are a good idea for a cookie?

“Alan Shepard!”

Kayo’s staring down at him from the balcony railings.

“I didn’t do it!”

“I literally watched you eat my cookies and spit it back out. It’s not that bad, yeah?”

“Maybe for a toothpaste cookie, it’s not.”

She hops down the stairs and joins her brother in the kitchen. Kayo makes a point to take a bite of one of the cookies and smile. “At least I don’t have to worry about you eating these then.”

“You want to make some more?” Alan asks. He taps the cover of Mom’s cookbook.

“Why not?”

 Puppy Chow:

Ingredients:

9C Crispix or other rice square cereal

1/2C marshmallow creme or peanut butter

1/4C butter

1tsp vanilla

1C semi-sweet chocolate chips

2C powdered sugar

 Instructions:

Melt chocolate chips, marshmallow creme (or peanut butter), and butter in microwave until melted and smooth. Pour over cereal in a large bowl and fold until evenly coated, being careful not to crush the chips. Put chocolate coated cereal in a paper bag while still warm and wet. Add in the powdered sugar and shake until cereal pieces are a bright wet and the chocolate coating cannot be seen. If necessary, add in more powdered sugar.

   Icebox Oatmeal Cookies:

Ingredients:

1C brown sugar

1C white sugar

1C shortening

1tsp vanilla

1tsp baking soda

2 eggs

1 1/2C flour

3C oatmeal

 Instructions:

Cream together sugars and shortening. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Add flour. Fold in oatmeal. Roll into log and wrap in saran wrap; chill overnight. Bake at 375F for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown.

   Gingersnaps:

Ingredients:

3/4C shortening

1C sugar

1/4C molasses (light is preferred)

1 egg

2C flour

1/4tsp salt

2tsp baking soda

1tsp cinnamon

1tsp cloves

1tsp ginger

 Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F. Cream together shortening and sugar. Beat egg in a separate bowl before adding along with molasses. Beat well. Sift together dry ingredients and slowly add to mixture. Roll into small balls. Coat in plain white sugar before placing on baking sheet. Bake for 7 minutes.

   Andes Mint Cookies:

Ingredients:

1/2C salter butter, softened

3/4C brown sugar

1/2C white sugar

1tsp baking soda

1tsp baking powder

2tsp vanilla

2 eggs

10 ounces Andes Crème de Menthe Baking Chips (there are prepackaged bags or can chop on your own)

2 2/3C sifted flour

 Instructions:

Cream together butter, sugars, soda, baking powder, vanilla, and eggs. Stir in Andes chips. Mix in flour last. Chill for approximately 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 350F. Using a small cookie scoop (about 1 ounce), form dough ball and slightly flatten onto baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Cool on pans for ~2 minutes before removing.

   Lemon Cookies:

Ingredients:

1 box lemon cake mix (preferably with pudding in the powder mix)

1 container (8 ounces) Cool Whip, thawed

1 egg

1/2C powdered sugar

 Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Combine cake mix and egg. Fold in thawed Cool Whip until combined. Dough is thick and extremely sticky. Dollup about 1 1/2T worth of dough into bowl with powdered sugar. Roll until completely coated. Place dough onto cookie sheet about 2” apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes.

    New Twist Chocolate Chip Bars:

Ingredients:

Bar:

1C shortening

1/2C white sugar

1/2C brown sugar

1/4tsp baking soda

1T warm water

1tsp vanilla

2 egg yolks

2C flour

1C semi-sweet chocolate chips

 Meringue:

2 egg whites

1C brown sugar

 Instructions:

Preheat oven to 325F. Cream together sugars and shortening. Combine the soda and warm water. Once mixed, add to the sugar mixture. Beat in the eggs and vanilla. Once thoroughly combined, stir in the flour. Pat dough down into a 9x13” pan that has been greased and floured. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top and lightly press down into the dough.

For the meringue, beat two egg whites into stiff peaks. Gradually add in 1C brown sugar until fully incorporated. Cover the dough with the meringue and smooth out. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.

   Pineapple Pinwheels:

Ingredients:

Dough:

1C butter

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened

2C flour

 Filling:

3/4C white sugar

4 1/2tsp flour

1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained

 Instructions:

Cream together cream cheese and butter. Add flour and mix well. Cover dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but not overnight.

For the filling, combine sugar, flour, and pineapple in a saucepan. Cook over low heat with frequent stirring until thickened and hot. Cover filling and refrigerate until fully cooled.

Once ready to form pinwheels, remove dough from fridge and divide in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll out to a 1/8” thickness. Cut into 3x3” squares using either a knife or a pastry wheel. To form the star shape, cut into he center from the corner about 1 ¼”. Do NOT cut all the way to the center. Place 1/4tsp of the pineapple filling into the center of each cookie. Fold every other point towards the center until a pinwheel shape is achieved. Overlap the corners in the middle of the cookie, pressing lightly to seal. If dough is dry, a dab of water may be needed to seal the dough. I suggest looking up “Finnish Christmas star cookies” to get a reference for the cutting method and shape.

Bake at 375F for 8 to 10 minutes. Cool on wire racks.

   M&M-chip Cookies:

Ingredients:

1C butter, softened

1/2C white sugar

1/2C brown sugar

1 egg

1tsp vanilla

2C flour

1/2tsp baking soda

1/8tsp salt

1 package (12 ounces) baking M&M’s

 Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F. Cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking soda. Add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Add in M&M’s directly as the electric mixer is running so a few get crushed and spread evenly out. Add to cookie sheets and bake for 10 to 13 minutes. Cool on wire racks.

   Top-of-the-Stove Cookies:

Ingredients:

2C sugar

1/2C milk

1/2C butter

1/4C cocoa powder

1tsp vanilla

3C quick oatmeal

1/2C coconut

Salt to taste

 Instructions:

Cook sugar, milk, butter, salt, and cocoa for two minutes in a saucepan. Remove from heat. Add oatmeal, vanilla, and coconut. Drop a spoonful (around 1T) onto waxed paper to cool. Hardens quickly and is a chunky consistency, so do not fret about appearance.

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Generation B - Briella’s Winterfest Baking 12: Puppy Chow (A.K.A. Muddy Buddies)

Sul Sul, Gerbits. Today we are going to be making a recipe that I got from my mom, every Christmas we make this snack. The only thing that I can say about this recipe is that it has a few different names: Muddy Buddies, Puppy chow or white trash. All are the same thing.  My family has always called it Puppy chow, because  it looks like something a dog eat, but PLEASE do not feed your dog this, it has chocolate in it.

You can find the measurements for the ingredients in the description below. Gerbits, make sure that you have: any type of Chex cereal. I usually make it with the rice cereal, this year I made it with the Honey cereal, and it tasted different, in a good way. You are also going to need: chocolate chips, peanut butter, butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar.

With this recipe, I usually use the full box of Cereal, so that we don’t have the cereal that no one will eat in the pantry. I also tend to use the full bag of chocolate chips, because why not. I put in the right amount of peanut butter, butter, and vanilla.

The recipe says to microwave the chocolate, butter, and peanut butter. However, I like melting this mixture in a double-boiler on medium heat. However, this year I used the Instant Pot as a double boiler. It was a lot faster, the only problem I had with it was; it was too tall. I had to stand on a chair to stir the chocolate. 

 After that is all melted together, you are going to take it off of heat. And stir in vanilla. 

In the bowl with the cereal,add the melted chocolate after that is fully coated. You are going to add the powdered sugar. Place it in the refrigerator, and eat it later. Or eat it right away. 

Even though I make this recipe with a full box of chex cereal, this is usually gone in two days. People would always go into the kitchen and grab some puppy chow. Kinda like how these two behind me are doing. Well, I hope you liked this video. Be sure to like, and subscribe. Vadish, Dag Dag!

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Classic Muddy Buddies (Puppy Chow)

Muddy Buddies are quick and easy, no bake sweet treat that is a combination of cereal, chocolate and peanut butter and tossed in powdered sugar. It’s snack attack perfection! Whether you call it puppy chow or muddy buddies or reindeer chow this is crowd favorite.

I have several great muddy recipes on the site.  Like Vanilla Coconut Muddy Buddies and this Cookies and Cream Muddy Buddies,  but I don’t have the original muddy buddies?  That had to change because these things are just so addicting and make the perfect quick no bake treat.

The Best Muddy Buddies

This recipe truly is a classic! This recipe has been around for ages it seems like, it’s known far and wide and it’s the base for so many variations as you can see from my site.This is such a fabulous crowd pleaser. You can take it anywhere for anything,  any party, dessert, special occasion or festivity. It’s always the first to disappear. Extra reasons you’ll love it is because it’s gluten free and you can even use different nut butters for those allergic to peanut butter. (see below)  Everyone can enjoy this crunchy, sweet addicting classic.

Peanut Butter and Chocolate are one of the most loved combinations out there, and mixed with sweet powdered sugar and a hint of vanilla it’s pure bliss. Then the sweet “bliss” is combined with crunchy goodness of cereal, absolute perfection. Hungry yet?!

Chex Mix Muddy Buddy Ingredients:

Chex Cereal- the holes in this cereal hold the chocolate peanut butter mixture so every bite guarantees flavor! I like to use either Rice or Corn variety.

Chocolate chips– you can either use milk or semi sweet chocolate chips- I prefer semi sweet though.

Creamy Peanut butter– avoid using natural peanut butters that make the mixture oily, or too stiff if it’s not mixed up well.

Butter- adds creaminess and helps it mix all together

Vanilla- add the little bit of extra sweetness

Powdered Sugar- perfectly coats the snack with sweetness.

How to Make Puppy Chow or Muddy Buddies:

Super simple to throw together you can have this ready to eat in no time.

Cereal- In a large bowl pour the cereal

Microwave- In a medium bowl combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter and microwave 30 seconds at a time till smooth and melted. Stir in vanilla.

Gently- Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal an stir gingerly till fully coated

Shake- In a Gallon ziploc bag scoop the mixture then pour in the powdered sugar. Gently shake and move the bag around till fully coated in sugar.

Variations for Muddy Buddies:

As you know from my site, I love muddy buddies, it’s so easy to customize. Here are some other ways you can mix this up.

Double the Chocolate- replace the powdered sugar with equal amount brownie mix.

Add ins: M&Ms, Reese’s Pieces, crushed candy cane, nuts, any variety of chocolate chips can be tossed in to add flavor and texture and color.

Sprinkles- Add in any kind of sprinkles to the powdered sugar before mixing it in the bag for pizzazz.

Crushed cookies- crush Oreo’s, Nutter butters, or any kind of cookie that you’d like for fun.

Peanut Butter Substitutions- Sub out the peanut butter for sun-butter, cashew butter, almond butter, or Nutella.

Storing this Easy Snack Mix:

Double– Easily double the recipe or half for it for whatever kind of crowd your feeding.

For storing: Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. The sooner it’s eaten the better.

Fridge- Try keeping it in the fridge for extra crunch and that little bit chill is just yummy.

Freeze- You can freeze this in an airtight container for up to 3 months, thaw at room temperature

More “Puppy Chow” Recipes:

Here are all my favorites that are a MUST try!

Twix Muddy Buddies

Skinny Muddy Buddies

Thin-Mint Muddy Buddies

Snickerdoodle Muddy Buddies

Ooey Gooey Chex Mix

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Classic Muddy Buddies (Puppy Chow)

This quick and easy no bake sweet treat is a combination of cereal, chocolate and peanut butter and tossed in powdered sugar. It's snack attack perfection! 

Course Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword chex mix, Chex mix buddies, muddy buddies, puppy chow

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 8 Cups

Calories 448kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

8 cups rice Chex cereal

1 cup chocolate chips

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

4 Tablespoons butter

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

In a large bowl add the Chex cereal.

In a medium microwave safe bowl add the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave 30 seconds at a time stirring until smooth. Stir in the vanilla.

Pour the chocolate over the cereal and stir until cereal is coated in the chocolate.

Add the powdered sugar to a gallon sized bag and add the cereal. Shake to coat in the powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Calories: 448kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 382mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 725IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 135mg | Iron: 10mg

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Muddy Buddies are quick and easy, no bake sweet treat that is a combination of cereal, chocolate and peanut butter and tossed in powdered sugar. It’s snack attack perfection! Whether you call it puppy chow or muddy buddies or reindeer chow this is crowd favorite.

I have several great muddy recipes on the site.  Like Vanilla Coconut Muddy Buddies and this Cookies and Cream Muddy Buddies,  but I don’t have the original muddy buddies?  That had to change because these things are just so addicting and make the perfect quick no bake treat.

The Best Muddy Buddies

This recipe truly is a classic! This recipe has been around for ages it seems like, it’s known far and wide and it’s the base for so many variations as you can see from my site.This is such a fabulous crowd pleaser. You can take it anywhere for anything,  any party, dessert, special occasion or festivity. It’s always the first to disappear. Extra reasons you’ll love it is because it’s gluten free and you can even use different nut butters for those allergic to peanut butter. (see below)  Everyone can enjoy this crunchy, sweet addicting classic.

Peanut Butter and Chocolate are one of the most loved combinations out there, and mixed with sweet powdered sugar and a hint of vanilla it’s pure bliss. Then the sweet “bliss” is combined with crunchy goodness of cereal, absolute perfection. Hungry yet?!

Chex Mix Muddy Buddy Ingredients:

Chex Cereal- the holes in this cereal hold the chocolate peanut butter mixture so every bite guarantees flavor! I like to use either Rice or Corn variety.

Chocolate chips– you can either use milk or semi sweet chocolate chips- I prefer semi sweet though.

Creamy Peanut butter– avoid using natural peanut butters that make the mixture oily, or too stiff if it’s not mixed up well.

Butter- adds creaminess and helps it mix all together

Vanilla- add the little bit of extra sweetness

Powdered Sugar- perfectly coats the snack with sweetness.

How to Make Puppy Chow or Muddy Buddies:

Super simple to throw together you can have this ready to eat in no time.

Cereal- In a large bowl pour the cereal

Microwave- In a medium bowl combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter and microwave 30 seconds at a time till smooth and melted. Stir in vanilla.

Gently- Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal an stir gingerly till fully coated

Shake- In a Gallon ziploc bag scoop the mixture then pour in the powdered sugar. Gently shake and move the bag around till fully coated in sugar.

Variations for Muddy Buddies:

As you know from my site, I love muddy buddies, it’s so easy to customize. Here are some other ways you can mix this up.

Double the Chocolate- replace the powdered sugar with equal amount brownie mix.

Add ins: M&Ms, Reese’s Pieces, crushed candy cane, nuts, any variety of chocolate chips can be tossed in to add flavor and texture and color.

Sprinkles- Add in any kind of sprinkles to the powdered sugar before mixing it in the bag for pizzazz.

Crushed cookies- crush Oreo’s, Nutter butters, or any kind of cookie that you’d like for fun.

Peanut Butter Substitutions- Sub out the peanut butter for sun-butter, cashew butter, almond butter, or Nutella.

Storing this Easy Snack Mix:

Double– Easily double the recipe or half for it for whatever kind of crowd your feeding.

For storing: Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. The sooner it’s eaten the better.

Fridge- Try keeping it in the fridge for extra crunch and that little bit chill is just yummy.

Freeze- You can freeze this in an airtight container for up to 3 months, thaw at room temperature

More “Puppy Chow” Recipes:

Here are all my favorites that are a MUST try!

Twix Muddy Buddies

Skinny Muddy Buddies

Thin-Mint Muddy Buddies

Snickerdoodle Muddy Buddies

Ooey Gooey Chex Mix

Print

Classic Muddy Buddies (Puppy Chow)

This quick and easy no bake sweet treat is a combination of cereal, chocolate and peanut butter and tossed in powdered sugar. It's snack attack perfection! 

Course Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword chex mix, Chex mix buddies, muddy buddies, puppy chow

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 8 Cups

Calories 448kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

8 cups rice Chex cereal

1 cup chocolate chips

1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

4 Tablespoons butter

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

In a large bowl add the Chex cereal.

In a medium microwave safe bowl add the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave 30 seconds at a time stirring until smooth. Stir in the vanilla.

Pour the chocolate over the cereal and stir until cereal is coated in the chocolate.

Add the powdered sugar to a gallon sized bag and add the cereal. Shake to coat in the powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Calories: 448kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 382mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 725IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 135mg | Iron: 10mg

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