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Football Puppy Chow: The Ultimate Game Day Snack!

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  • Author: Carly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Football Puppy Chow is a delicious and fun snack mix perfect for game day gatherings, combining sweet and crunchy elements that resemble a football theme.


Ingredients

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  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • Green and brown candy melts (for decoration)
  • Mini chocolate footballs (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, measure out the Rice Chex cereal and set aside.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal and gently stir until evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a large resealable bag, add the powdered sugar, and shake until well coated.
  6. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet to cool.
  7. Melt the green and brown candy melts according to package instructions and drizzle over the cooled Puppy Chow.
  8. Garnish with mini chocolate footballs for a festive touch.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Feel free to customize with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or dried fruit.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chocolate mixture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg