Captain Crunch Peanut Butter Puppy Chow Recipe
Captain Crunch Peanut Butter Puppy Chow is a delightful sweet snack mix combining the crunch of classic Captain Crunch cereals with rich peanut butter and chocolate flavors. Coated in powdered sugar for a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, this treat is easy to make and perfect for parties, movie nights, or anytime snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cups 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups Peanut Butter Captain Crunch cereal
- 4 1/2 cups regular Captain Crunch cereal
- 2 cups organic powdered sugar
- 1 cup peanut butter chips, divided
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (use dairy-free if needed)
Wet Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup smooth, natural peanut butter
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a double boiler or microwave on 50% power, melt together 1/2 cup peanut butter chips, 1/2 cup chocolate chips (or dairy-free alternative), and 4 tablespoons butter until the chips are fully melted and the butter is incorporated into a smooth mixture.
- Add Peanut Butter: Stir 1/2 cup smooth, natural peanut butter into the melted chocolate mixture until well combined for a creamy, rich coating.
- Coat Cereal: Place the combined 4 1/2 cups Peanut Butter Captain Crunch and 4 1/2 cups regular Captain Crunch cereals into a large bowl. Pour the melted peanut butter and chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently stir to evenly coat every piece.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Sprinkle 2 cups organic powdered sugar over the coated cereal and gently stir again to fully coat the cereal pieces with the sugary outer layer. Alternatively, you can place the coated cereal and powdered sugar in a large plastic or paper bag and shake gently to coat evenly.
- Cool and Finish: Allow the coated cereal mixture to cool completely, then mix in the remaining 1/2 cup peanut butter chips for added texture and flavor.
- Serve: Once cooled and mixed, serve the Captain Crunch Peanut Butter Puppy Chow immediately or store in an airtight container for snacking later.
Notes
- Use dairy-free chocolate chips for a dairy-free version.
- Ensure the peanut butter is smooth and natural to achieve the best texture and flavor.
- Cooling the mixture before adding the extra peanut butter chips helps prevent them from melting.
- This snack is perfect for parties, kids’ lunches, or as a sweet treat anytime.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to one week.
Keywords: Captain Crunch, Puppy Chow, Peanut Butter Treat, Snack Mix, Sweet Snack, Party Snack
