Description
Puppy Chow Chocolate Truffles are a delightful no-bake treat that combines the classic flavors of Chex cereal, creamy peanut butter, and rich chocolate. These charming bites are crunchy on the outside and smooth on the inside, making them perfect for parties, gifts, or simply indulging at home. With their easy preparation process, even novice bakers can create these sweet snacks in no time. Customize your truffles with different coatings like sprinkles or crushed nuts to add a personal touch. Enjoy them as a fun family project or serve them at your next gathering for an irresistible dessert everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups rice Chex
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar (for mixing)
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, melt peanut butter and 1/3 cup powdered sugar together until smooth.
- Crush rice Chex cereal into smaller pieces and combine with the melted peanut butter mixture.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt semi-sweet chocolate chips using a double boiler until smooth.
- Roll chilled cereal mixture into balls (about 1½ tablespoons each) and dip into melted chocolate.
- Place coated truffles on parchment paper and let them set.
- Once hardened, roll in remaining powdered sugar for added sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg