Puppy Chow II

Ingredients and Weight:

• 6 cups (907g) Rice Chex cereal
• 1 cup (2 sticks/227g) unsalted butter
• 2 cups (400g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 cups (400g) peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon (5g) pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

5 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Melt the butter in a large microwave-safe bowl.
2. Add the chocolate chips and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
3. Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal in a large mixing bowl and stir until evenly coated.
5. Place the powdered sugar in a large resealable plastic bag and add the chocolate-coated cereal.
6. Shake the bag vigorously until the cereal is evenly coated with powdered sugar.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 15mg
• Sodium: 180mg
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 22g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and salty with a peanut butter chocolate flavor
• Crispy and crunchy texture
• Perfect for parties and gatherings

User Comments:

• "This Puppy Chow is the best! It's so addictive and I can't stop eating it."
• "I love the combination of peanut butter and chocolate. It's a perfect snack for satisfying my sweet cravings."
• "This dish is so easy to make and always a hit with my guests."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If the chocolate mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk at a time until it reaches a smooth consistency.
• Let the chocolate-coated cereal cool slightly before adding the powdered sugar to prevent clumping.
• Store the Puppy Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.