Why Everyone's Making Trail Mix Puppy Chow Right Now

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is lower in calories and provides a different flavor.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: cocoa powder

Dark chocolate adds antioxidants while cocoa powder can be used for a lighter version.

mixed nuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds are nutrient-rich and sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: coconut flakes

Fresh fruit adds moisture and flavor, while coconut flakes are often cheaper.

Measure out 5 cups of Chex cereal into a large bowl and set aside.

In a separate bowl, add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips and 1/3 cup of creamy peanut butter.

Heat the chocolate chips and peanut butter in the microwave in 30-second increments until melted, about 1 to 1.5 minutes, stirring to combine.

Pour the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the Chex cereal and toss to coat carefully.

Add 1 to 2 cups of powdered sugar to a gallon-sized Ziploc bag and then add the chocolate-coated Chex cereal to the bag.

Seal the bag and shake until all Chex pieces are coated with powdered sugar.

Turn the coated Chex out onto a cookie sheet lined with a Silpat mat or parchment paper to let it harden for about 30 minutes to 1 hour, or refrigerate to speed up the process.

Once hardened, add your choice of trail mix to the Chex mixture and combine.

Store the finished product in an airtight container or portion into baggies for easy snacking.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens