Pistachio Puppy Chow Recipe
Pistachio Puppy Chow is a delightful twist on the classic snack mix, featuring a flavorful blend of instant pistachio pudding, almond extract, and sweet white chocolate coating. This easy no-bake recipe combines crispy rice Chex cereal dusted with a powdered sugar and pistachio pudding mixture, delivering a crunchy and sweet treat perfect for snacking or sharing at gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: About 10 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 3.4 oz (1 box) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 5 cups rice Chex cereal
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 2 cups white chocolate melting wafers
- 1/4 cup butter, cut into pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the cereal base. Place the rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set it aside. Line a work surface or baking sheet with parchment or wax paper for cooling the finished mixture.
- Mix powdered sugar and pudding. In a large gallon-size zip-top bag, combine the powdered sugar with the instant pistachio pudding mix. Seal the bag and shake well to blend the dry ingredients evenly.
- Add almond extract. Pour in the almond extract to the zip-top bag, seal it again, and shake thoroughly to incorporate the flavor into the sugar and pudding mix.
- Melt chocolate and butter. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate melting wafers and butter pieces. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir well, then continue microwaving in 15-second increments, stirring after each, until the mixture is melted and smooth.
- Coat the cereal. Pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture over the Chex cereal in the large bowl. Gently stir the cereal to coat it evenly and quickly, before the chocolate starts to harden.
- Coat with sugar mixture. Transfer the chocolate-coated cereal into the zip-top bag containing the powdered sugar and pistachio pudding mix. Seal the bag tightly and shake vigorously until all cereal pieces are thoroughly coated.
- Cool and set. Spread the coated cereal onto the prepared parchment or wax paper-lined surface in an even layer. Allow the mixture to cool completely and set before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- Make sure to mix the chocolate and butter thoroughly to avoid lumps and ensure smooth coating.
- Work quickly when coating the cereal with melted chocolate as it hardens fast.
- Use parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Store the finished puppy chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- For extra flavor, substitute almond extract with vanilla or pistachio extract.
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