Description
This Protein Puppy Chow recipe is a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic snack, combining crunchy Rice Chex cereal with a rich blend of chocolate, peanut butter, and vanilla protein powder. Perfect for a high-protein treat that’s easy to prepare and great for snacking or post-workout energy.
Ingredients
Chocolate Mixture
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup all-natural drippy peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
Cereal and Coating
- 6-7 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate and Peanut Butter: Add chocolate chips, peanut butter, and coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second increments, stirring after each increment, until the mixture is fully melted and glossy, about 2 minutes total.
- Coat First Layer of Cereal: Pour 3 cups of Rice Chex into a large bowl. Pour half of the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the cereal and gently fold together until all pieces are evenly coated.
- Coat Second Layer of Cereal: Add the remaining Rice Chex to the bowl and pour over the remaining melted mixture. Fold again until all pieces are coated, noting that some clumps of cereal may form.
- Add Protein Powder Coating: To coat the cereal with protein powder, either keep the mixture in the bowl or transfer it to a paper bag. Add ½ cup of vanilla protein powder and gently stir or shake until coated. Repeat with the remaining ½ cup of protein powder to ensure an even coating.
- Cool and Store: Allow the coated puppy chow to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container. Keep in a cool, dry place to maintain crispness and freshness.
Notes
- Use a high-quality vanilla protein powder for the best flavor and smooth coating.
- If you prefer a sweeter puppy chow, consider adding a tablespoon of powdered sugar or adjusting the amount of protein powder.
- Ensure the melted mixture is not too hot when mixing with cereal to avoid sogginess.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week for optimal freshness.
- This snack is great for meal prep or an on-the-go energy boost.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
