Description
Puppy Chow Chocolate Truffles are a delicious no-bake dessert featuring crunchy rice Chex cereal mixed with creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar, coated in melted semi-sweet chocolate, and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar. These bite-sized treats are perfect for holiday gifting or a sweet snack anytime.
Ingredients
Puppy Chow Mixture
- 4 cups rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
Coating
- 2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Peanut Butter Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and 1/3 cup powdered sugar. Heat in 10-second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is melted and smooth.
- Prepare Cereal: Place the rice Chex cereal in a large bowl and crush it into mostly small pieces, leaving some larger pieces for texture.
- Combine Mixture: Pour the melted peanut butter mixture over the crushed cereal. Stir well to coat evenly. Refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes to chill and firm up.
- Melt Chocolate: Using a double boiler, melt the semi sweet chocolate chips gently over simmering water until smooth.
- Form Truffles: Remove the cereal mixture from the refrigerator. Roll the mixture into approximately 1 1/2 tablespoon-sized balls, making about 18 truffles.
- Coat with Chocolate: Dip each ball into the melted chocolate to coat thoroughly, then place the coated truffles on a tray and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.
- Finish with Powdered Sugar: Place 1/2 cup powdered sugar in a bowl. Once the chocolate has hardened, roll the truffles in the powdered sugar to coat evenly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Your Puppy Chow Chocolate Truffles are now ready to be served or packaged as a delightful gift.
Notes
- For easier rolling, you can lightly grease your hands or wet them slightly to prevent sticking.
- The crushed cereal can be adjusted to your preferred texture; keep some larger pieces for crunch.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter for a different flavor if desired.
- Make sure to melt chocolate gently to avoid burning; use low heat or stir frequently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
