it Protein Puppy Chow It’s reminiscent of our childhood favorite sweets but with the added benefit of more protein! You can satisfy your sweet tooth by getting 15 grams of protein per serving. We are obsessed.
Puppy Chow was one of my favorite treats growing up – melted peanut butter, chocolate and powdered sugar. My favorite part was always putting all the ingredients in a brown paper bag and shaking like crazy until all of the Chex mixture was coated in peanut butter goodness.
I also love it when ingredients come together to create big pieces of deliciousness. This recipe is an improved version of that childhood puppy chow, we omit the powdered sugar for delicious protein powder.
You only need 5-ingredients to make this recipe. Grab a box of Chex cereal, chocolate chips, coconut oil, peanut butter, and protein powder and you’re all set.
Substitutions and Variations
Top Tips for Protein Puppy Chow
- Use a large paper bag: To make sure each Chex is covered with protein powder, we highly recommend putting the peanut butter and chocolate covered Chexes in a large paper bag. Add protein powder to the bag and roll it from top to bottom. Stir the mixture until all the Chex is covered with protein powder.
- Protein powder quantity: Relies on protein powder and peanut butter If using it, you may need to add more protein powder to the mixture. Different protein powders will absorb differently into the peanut butter and chocolate mixture.
Storage and Freezer Guidelines
After the checks are coated in protein powder, allow the protein puppy chow to set. Store puppy chow in an air-tight container in a cool place for 5-7 days
What to serve with protein puppy chow?
Serve this protein puppy chow with other delicious Protein treats. we recommend
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Add chocolate chips, peanut butter, and coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the mixture in 20 second increments, stirring after each addition, until the mixture is melted and shiny. This will take about 2 minutes.
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Pour 3 cups of Chex into the bottom of a large bowl. Drizzle melted peanut butter and chocolate halves over top of the checks. Fold the ingredients together until coated.
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Add the remaining checks and cover with the remaining melted peanut butter and chocolate. Fold until the second layer is coated. It’s okay if the pieces of checks are stuck together.
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Leave the mixture in the bowl or transfer it to a paper bag to coat the checks with the protein powder. Add ½ cup protein powder to the mixture and if it is in a bowl, stir gently until it is coated with the protein powder. Add another half cup of protein powder and toss again. If using a paper bag, pour all the protein powder into the bag. Roll up the top and shake the bag until the checks are coated.
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Allow the puppies to cool before storing them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Make these protein balls
To make this Protein Puppy Chow into Protein Puppy Chow Balls, use the same measurements as the regular Protein Puppy Chow above + 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, but follow the recipe below.
- Add chocolate chips, peanut butter, and coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the mixture in 20 second increments, stirring after each addition, until the mixture is melted and shiny. This will take about 2 minutes.
- Pour the chex into the bottom of a bowl and gently crush the chex into small pieces (alternatively, put them in a food processor and grind them into pieces).
- Drizzle the melted peanut butter and chocolate over the Chex crumbs. Fold the ingredients together until coated.
- Add protein powder to a bowl and add 2 tablespoons powdered sugar. Mix and keep aside.
- Wet your hands and use a 1.5 tablespoon scoop to scoop out the Chex mixture and form a ball. Press the ball firmly to ensure it does not become crumbly. Repeat until all the checks are formed into a ball.
- Roll each ball until coated in the protein powder mixture. Repeat until all the balls are rolled.
- Enjoy immediately or keep the balls in the freezer for easy treats.
suggestions
- If the balls are not sticking, add a little more protein powder and a teaspoon of water to the mixture.
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Calories: 367 kilo calorie, Carbohydrates: 31 Yes, Protein: 15 Yes, thick: 22 Yes, Fiber: 3 Yes, Sugar: 11 Yes
Nutrition information is calculated automatically, so it should be used as an estimate only.
