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Grinch Puppy Chow


  • Author: olivia
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian; Gluten-free friendly with GF cereal

Description

Bright, crunchy, and Grinch-green, this festive puppy chow mixes up in minutes and disappears even faster. Sweet vanilla white chocolate coats crispy cereal, a blizzard of powdered sugar follows, and red hearts sprinkle the holiday magic. Easy, no-bake, and perfect for parties, movie nights, or gifting!


Ingredients

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  • 5 cups rice cereal squares
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Green gel food coloring
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • Red heart-shaped sprinkles
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Place the rice cereal squares in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and butter.
  3. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, until fully melted and smooth.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and green gel food coloring until a bright Grinch-green color is achieved πŸŽ„.
  5. Pour the melted mixture over the cereal and gently stir until all pieces are evenly coated.
  6. Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag or container with a lid.
  7. Add the powdered sugar, seal, and shake gently until all pieces are fully coated.
  8. Spread the puppy chow onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool and set.
  9. Sprinkle red heart-shaped sprinkles over the top once cooled.
  10. Allow to set for 10–15 minutes before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Use gel food coloring, not liquid, to avoid seizing the chocolate.
  • For gluten-free, choose a certified gluten-free rice cereal and check your white chocolate.
  • If the coating thickens, warm it for 5–10 seconds and stir again.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week or freeze up to 1 month.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: Microwave, No-bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 1/2 cup (30–35 g)
  • Calories: 160 kcal
  • Sugar: 16 g
  • Sodium: 70 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg

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