Puppy Chow
Puppy Chow is a no-bake cereal snack combining Rice Chex with melted peanut butter and chocolate, then coated in powdered sugar. It's quick to make, requires no oven, and stays fresh for days.
Puppy Chow is a no-bake cereal snack combining Rice Chex with melted peanut butter and chocolate, then coated in powdered sugar. It's quick to make, requires no oven, and stays fresh for days.


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Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days. Not suitable for freezing or reheating.
Yes. Store in an airtight container for up to one week. Make it the day before serving for best texture.
They're the same recipe. Puppy Chow is the original name; Muddy Buddies is a branded competitor version. The recipe and technique are identical.
The coating absorbed moisture from humidity or was stored without an airtight container. Use fresh powdered sugar and seal immediately after coating.
No. Peanut butter is essential for flavor and texture. Butter won't coat the cereal properly or deliver the signature taste.
Spread coated cereal on parchment paper immediately after tossing with powdered sugar. Let it cool fully before storing to prevent pieces from sticking together.