Red Velvet Puppy Chow (Muddy Buddies): The Sweetest Chex Snack for Every Occasion

Looking for the ultimate sweet and crunchy snack that’s sure to wow your guests or satisfy your late-night cravings? This Red Velvet Puppy Chow is the answer! With the rich flavors of red velvet cake mix, the smoothness of peanut butter, and the crunch of Chex cereal, this snack is a treat that everyone will love. Coated in a combination of powdered sugar and vibrant red food coloring, this snack is not only delicious but also visually stunning, perfect for any party or festive gathering.

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The blend of semi-sweet and white chocolate chips in the recipe provides just the right balance of sweetness, while the peanut butter adds a creamy richness. The red velvet cake mix gives this snack a decadent, dessert-like flavor that makes it irresistible.

The Perfect Combination of Creamy and Crunchy

The magic of this Red Velvet Puppy Chow lies in its contrast of textures. The Chex cereal stays perfectly crunchy even as it’s coated in the creamy peanut butter and chocolate mixture. Each piece is then tossed in the powdered sugar and cake mix, giving it that signature puppy chow coating. With a pop of red food coloring, the snack turns into a visually stunning treat that’s sure to catch everyone’s eye!

Tips for Making Red Velvet Puppy Chow

Heat Treat the Cake Mix: If you're concerned about consuming raw flour, simply heat the cake mix in the microwave for 1 minute until it reaches 165°F. Let it cool completely before using.

Even Coating: Be sure to toss the cereal quickly when adding the red food coloring to ensure that the color spreads evenly across all the pieces.

Customizable: If you're a fan of extra chocolate, feel free to add more semi-sweet or white chocolate chips into the mix for a more indulgent treat!

Red Velvet Puppy Chow Recipe

Ingredients:

• 8 cups Chex cereal
• ½ cup peanut butter
• ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ½ cup white chocolate chips
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 cup red velvet cake mix
• A few drops of red food coloring

Instructions:

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter, white chocolate chips, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each session, until fully melted and smooth.
2. In a large mixing bowl, pour the Chex cereal. Drizzle the melted peanut butter and chocolate mixture over the cereal. Toss gently until all of the cereal is evenly coated.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the confectioners' sugar and red velvet cake mix. Add a few drops of red food coloring to the mixture.
4. Sprinkle the powdered sugar and cake mix over the coated Chex cereal. Toss quickly to ensure that the food coloring spreads evenly across the cereal, creating a bright red, velvet-like appearance.
5. Once all of the Chex pieces are evenly coated, let the mixture sit for a few minutes to allow the coating to set.
6. Serve and enjoy!

This Red Velvet Puppy Chow is not only incredibly easy to make, but it’s also perfect for sharing with friends and family. Whether you’re hosting a party or just craving a sweet snack, this recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!