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Pistachio Puppy Chow Recipe

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  • Author: Aiden
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x

Description

This Pistachio Puppy Chow is a delightful twist on the classic snack mix, featuring the nutty flavor of pistachio pudding and almond extract, combined with crunchy rice Chex cereal and sweet white chocolate. Perfect for parties or a quick sweet treat, this no-bake recipe is easy to prepare and irresistibly tasty.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 3.4-oz box instant pistachio pudding mix
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract
  • 5 cups rice Chex cereal

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 cups white chocolate melting wafers
  • 1/4 cup butter, cut into pieces

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cereal: Place 5 cups of rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl and set it aside. Line a work surface or baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper for later use.
  2. Mix Sugar and Pudding: In a gallon-size zip-top bag, combine 2/3 cup powdered sugar and the 3.4-oz box of instant pistachio pudding mix. Seal the bag and shake well to evenly mix the two ingredients.
  3. Add Almond Extract: Add 1/4 teaspoon almond extract to the sugar and pudding mixture inside the sealed bag. Seal again and shake to incorporate the extract throughout the mixture.
  4. Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine 2 cups white chocolate melting wafers and 1/4 cup butter cut into pieces. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue microwaving in 15-second increments, stirring each time, until the mixture is melted and smooth.
  5. Coat Cereal: Pour the melted white chocolate and butter mixture over the cereal in the large mixing bowl. Gently stir to coat all the cereal pieces evenly, working quickly before the chocolate hardens.
  6. Coat with Sugar Mixture: Transfer the chocolate-coated cereal mixture into the zip-top bag containing the sugar and pudding mix. Seal the bag and shake it to thoroughly coat the cereal with the pistachio sugar mixture.
  7. Cool and Set: Spread the coated cereal evenly onto the prepared parchment-lined surface. Allow it to cool completely so the coating sets before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Make sure to stir the chocolate and butter mixture thoroughly to avoid burning or overheating in the microwave.
  • Shaking the cereal in the sugar mixture while warm helps it stick better for a more even coating.
  • Store the finished puppy chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • You can substitute almond extract with vanilla extract if almond flavor is not preferred.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Pistachio Puppy Chow, Puppy Chow, Chex Mix Recipe, Pistachio Snack Mix, White Chocolate Puppy Chow, No-Bake Snack

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