Rocky Road Puppy Chow

Indulge your sweet tooth with Rocky Road Puppy Chow, a no-bake dessert snack that’s brimming with irresistible texture and flavor. This crowd-pleaser features crunchy Rice Chex cereal coated in a creamy blend of melted semisweet chocolate, peanut butter, and butter, then dusted with powdered sugar for a classic puppy chow base. But the magic doesn’t stop there—mini marshmallows, crunchy chopped almonds, and mini chocolate chips are added to transform this treat into a decadent rocky road-inspired delight. With just 15 minutes of prep and cook time, this easy recipe is perfect for movie nights, parties, or as a make-ahead snack for the week. It’s a sweet and salty masterpiece that will keep everyone coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups powdered sugar
• 1.5 cups mini marshmallows
• 1 cup chopped almonds (or nuts of choice)
• 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, measure out 6 cups of Rice Chex cereal and set aside.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips, 0.5 cup of creamy peanut butter, and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth (about 1.5 minutes total).

Step 3

Stir 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture.

Step 4

Pour the melted mixture over the Rice Chex cereal. Using a spatula, gently fold to evenly coat the cereal without crushing it.

Step 5

Transfer the coated cereal into a 2-gallon resealable plastic bag or a large mixing bowl with a lid.

Step 6

Add 1.5 cups of powdered sugar to the bag or bowl. Seal tightly and shake vigorously until all cereal pieces are fully coated in powdered sugar.

Step 7

Pour the coated cereal into a large mixing bowl. Add 1.5 cups of mini marshmallows, 1 cup of chopped almonds, and 0.25 cup of mini chocolate chips. Gently stir to combine.

Step 8

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1035.8 grams (1035.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4708

Total Fat 212.90g	273%
Saturated Fat 72.60g	363%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 2507mg	109%
Total Carbohydrate 657.20g	239%
Dietary Fiber 46.80g	167%
Total Sugars 394.90g
Protein 87.20g	174%

Vitamin D 640IU	3200%
Calcium 1601mg	123%
Iron 80mg	444%
Potassium 2599mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 53.7%