Puppy Chow Bars

Total Time Prep: 15 min. + cooling
Yield 24 bars
Test Kitchen Approved
These puppy chow bars are a fun take on the classic lunchbox treat we all know and love. Each bar is jam-packed with crisp Chex cereal, peanut butter, chocolate and gooey marshmallows.

Ingredients

  • 1 package (12 ounces) dark chocolate or semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows
  • 12 ounces (10 cups) Rice Chex cereal
  • 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Directions

  1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and peanut butter. Microwave in 1-minute increments at 50 percent power until melted and smooth, stirring as needed. Add butter; stir until melted and well-incorporated. If necessary, microwave another 30-60 seconds at 50 percent power until completely smooth.
  2. Add marshmallows; stir to coat. Microwave in 30-second increments at high power until the marshmallows begin to puff and become soft, stirring as needed.
  3. Place cereal in an extra-large bowl. Pour chocolate mixture on top; fold until evenly coated. Transfer to a parchment-lined 13x9-in. baking dish. Use a spare piece of parchment paper to firmly press cereal mixture into an even layer. Let cool 1-2 minutes; dust generously with powdered sugar. Let cool completely. Cut into squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts

1 bar: 696 calories, 14g fat (6g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 1147mg sodium, 137g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein.

Whether you call it puppy chow or muddy buddies, this recipe takes your favorite childhood treat and turns it into a delectable dessert bar. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
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