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Puppy Chow Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Puppy Chow Chocolate Truffles Recipe

These easy Puppy Chow Chocolate Truffles are the ultimate no-bake dessert! Crunchy, creamy, chocolatey, and perfect for holidays or everyday treats.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cups Rice Chex cereal lightly crushed
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for coating
  • Optional: crushed cookies white chocolate drizzle, mini peanut butter cups, cinnamon, or espresso powder for extra flavor

Instructions
 

Step 1: Melt the Chocolate, Peanut Butter, and Butter

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted.

Step 2: Crush the Cereal

  • Place the Rice Chex cereal into a zip-top bag and gently crush it using a rolling pin. Aim for small pieces—don’t crush it into powder. This will give your truffles a satisfying texture.

Step 3: Mix It All Together

  • In a large mixing bowl, pour the melted chocolate mixture over the crushed cereal. Stir gently but thoroughly until all the cereal is well-coated.

Step 4: Chill the Mixture

  • Pop the bowl into the fridge for about 20–30 minutes. Chilling the mixture will make it easier to shape without sticking to your hands.

Step 5: Roll into Balls

  • Once chilled, use a cookie scoop or your hands to form 1-inch balls. Roll them gently to hold their shape while preserving the crunch inside.

Step 6: Coat with Powdered Sugar

  • Roll each truffle in powdered sugar until fully coated. For an extra-sweet bite and that classic “puppy chow” look, give them a second coating if you like.

Optional Finishes:

  • Feel free to customize! Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the mix, drizzle white chocolate over the top, or roll the truffles in crushed cookies instead of powdered sugar. For a surprise center, press a mini peanut butter cup into the middle of each ball before rolling.
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