Description
Healthy Protein Puppy Chow is a delightful and nutritious twist on the classic treat everyone loves. This no-bake dessert combines rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter while being gluten-free, packed with protein, and naturally sweetened. With just six simple ingredients, you can whip up this delicious snack in under 10 minutes—perfect for parties, post-workout cravings, or when you need a quick energy boost. Customize it with your favorite protein powder flavors for an added twist, making it a versatile treat that fits any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3.5 ounces chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter (only peanuts and salt)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1.5 tablespoons coconut oil
- 4.5 cups Chex Mix cereal (gluten-free honey nut recommended)
- 2/3 cup chocolate or vanilla protein powder
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth.
- Pour Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and drizzle the melted mixture over it. Toss gently with a rubber spatula until evenly coated.
- Add protein powder to the bowl and toss again until all pieces are well covered.
- Enjoy immediately or spread on a lined baking sheet to cool for about 10 minutes for extra crunchiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg