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Saint Patrick’s Day Puppy Chow

Festive Saint Patrick’s Day Puppy Chow for Lucky Snacking

Enjoy the festive Saint Patrick’s Day Puppy Chow, a colorful and crunchy treat perfect for celebrating. Ideal for snacking or gatherings, this recipe adds sweetness and fun.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Drying Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Puppy Chow
  • 6 cups Rice Chex Substitute with any other Chex variety if unavailable
  • 1 cup Wilton's Green Icing Can be replaced with melted white chocolate colored with green food dye
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust quantity based on desired sweetness
  • 1 cup Sugar Cookie Mix Can swap for vanilla cake mix as a variation
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Gold Sprinkles Or any color for decorative appeal
For Preparation
  • 2 gallon Baggies Necessary for the coating process

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • 2-gallon resealable bag
  • Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • spatula
  • Baking Pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by measuring 6 cups of Rice Chex and placing them into a large mixing bowl. Set this aside.
  2. In a clean 2-gallon baggie, combine 1 cup of powdered sugar with 1 cup of sugar cookie mix. Seal the bag tightly and shake.
  3. Melt 1 cup of Wilton's green icing in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals until smooth.
  4. Pour the melted green icing over the Rice Chex and gently fold until coated evenly.
  5. Transfer the coated Rice Chex into the baggie with the powdered sugar mixture. Seal and shake until well coated.
  6. Spread the coated puppy chow onto a large baking pan lined with parchment paper and allow it to dry for at least 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 75mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store your Puppy Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Avoid refrigeration to maintain crunchiness.

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