Strawberry Puppy Chow is deliciously sweet, crunchy and highly addictive. A tasty and sweet snack your sweetheart is sure to love!
HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! ❤
How was your weekend? Did anyone celebrate Valentine’s day early? The hubs and I decided to do dinner on Friday night in an effort to beat the crowds and avoid making reservations and it was perfect. As I mentioned in my post Friday, which featured White Chocolate Cranberry Shortbread Heart Cookies, the in-laws took the kids for the weekend so we enjoyed a quiet dinner, with just the two of us. It was nice and long overdue. Of course we spent the evening chatting about the kids but that’s ok, they’re our World after all. How about you guys, what did you do this weekend?
The children are home now and we’re planning on ordering a heart-shaped pizza and relaxing inside the cozy house as the snow has been falling since very early this morning and there is no end in sight. The kids are off school tomorrow so we may have them pick out a movie and have them stay up a little late. We’ll pop some popcorn and eat the rest of this Strawberry Puppy Chow! Again, my kind of Valentine’s day!
I must apologize for posting this on Valentine’s Day but please do not let that prevent you from making this because I have to declare this the best puppy chow ever!! I’m serious people. I had to throw the bag on top of the refrigerator so I would stop eating. (I’m 5′ tall, don’t listen to what my husband says) so there is no way I’m reaching the top of the fridge, therefore, I stash stuff up there when I have no self-control. And folks, with this Strawberry Puppy Chow, I had no self-control. It’s that freaking good.
I’ve mentioned before that I love puppy chow and I grew up on it. My mother would always have a bag of it in our freezer, at any given time, and we could just reach in and grab a handful. It’s just a delicious snack. I mean what is better than crunchy Chex, peanut butter and powdered sugar?! This recipe doesn’t contain peanut butter but it doesn’t need it. The strawberry flavor is amazing. Or maybe you could add some peanut butter and call it PB & J Puppy Chow…I think I’m onto something…watch out for that one someday, LOL!
(Isn’t that freeze-dried strawberry in the shape of a heart just precious?!)
I also have a recipe on the blog for Puppy Chow Truffles which are little bit size treats of our beloved Puppy Chow and were the second most popular recipe on the blog last year! So definitely worth a try as well! And you have to love that they’re no bake, which requires practically no time at all until you’re enjoying a sweet snack.
Some people refer to Puppy Chow as Muddy Buddies, but they are one in the same thing. When I grew up we called it Puppy Chow, so that’s what has stuck with me for years. Also, I would like to mention, DO NOT FEED THIS TO DOGS! When I posted the Puppy Chow Truffles, I received numerous comments and emails letting me know I should not be feeding “Puppy Chow Truffles” to the dog. Therefore, here is your warning. I will know if you did not read the blog post if I receive a comment or an email letting me know I shouldn’t be feeding his to dogs. END RANT.
Strawberry Puppy Chow is so addictive and delicious. I made this Strawberry Puppy Chow with Vanilla Chex Mix, strawberry cake mix, freeze fried strawberries, powdered sugar, candy melts and m and m’s. The recipe is quick and easy and just has you mixing the Chex with the chocolate and powdered mixes and that’s it. Again, I apologize for the last posting of this, on the day of, but it’s a recipe that can be made and enjoyed at anytime, it’s just in a festive heart bowl so it looks very appropriate for Valentine’s day.
I doubled the recipe as I kept some at home, for this weekend, and then sent the rest to my husband’s work. Again, thank goodness his coworkers are willing to eat what he brings in because all the sweets are really going to send me to the dentist! But it’s Valentine’s day and isn’t sweet and treats what it’s all about anyways.
Strawberry Puppy Chow
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Strawberry Puppy Chow is deliciously sweet, crunchy and highly addictive. A tasty and sweet snack your sweetheart is sure to love!
Ingredients
- 5 cups Vanilla cereal, divided into 2 bowls
- 1/2 cup strawberry cake mix
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, finely crushed
- 4 oz pink candy melts
- 4 oz red candy melts
- 1/2 cup M&M'S (I used Strawberry Chocolate)
Instructions
- In a large Ziploc bag combine cake mix, sugar and freeze dried strawberries, mixing to combine. Set aside.
- Microwave 4 ounces of candy melts(red or pink) in the microwave in 30 second intervals until melted.
- Once melted pour over the first bowl Chex mix. Mix thoroughly to combine.
- Measure out 3/4 cup of dry ingredients and add into the bowl with the chocolate covered Chex. Mix to combine. Set aside.
- Microwave the remaining 4 ounces of candy melts in the microwave in 30 second intervals until melted.
- Pour melted chocolate over the second bowl of Chex. Mix thoroughly to combine.
- Add in the remaining dry ingredients and stir to combine.
- In a large bowl, combine both bowls of colored Chex Mix and add in your M&M'S.
- Stir to combine and enjoy!
Cuisine Snack
Did I mention this is no bake? YES! Now there’s is really no excuse for you to make this. I promise you it’s absolutely delicious and highly addictive, you will lose all self control and send the remaining Strawberry Puppy Chow to work with your significant other or bring it yo your best friend so you can share with them the BEST puppy show ever!
I hope you all had a wonderful Valentine’s Day. It’s now time for me to go and enjoy our heart shaped pizza, popcorn and Strawberry Puppy Chow (what’s left of it and spend the rest of the evening snuggling my 3 favorite Valentines! Happy Valentine’s day! ?❤️??
Enjoy and if you make this recipe, please share a photo on social media and hashtag it #strawberryblondiekitchen I love to see what you cook up!
Tina Marie says
This sounds like a lot of fun to make and to eat. My grandchildren love doing recipes like this. I can’t wait to bring them into the kitchen and lend a hand!
Sarah @ Champagne Tastes says
I’m pretty sure that I’ve never eaten regular puppy chow, but this strawberry one sounds delicious! I probably wouldn’t make it for myself, because I have ZERO self control (and even though I’m too short to reach the top of my fridge, I have a handy foot stool in the kitchen lol.) BUT- this would be awesome for a party!!!
Byron Thomas says
Oh my, Megan! This looks divine! I am just a recent convert to this type of snack. My Mahjong partner, SueLen, made a great peanut butter puppy chow a few weeks back. I’m hosting the next games night and I really think I should impress them with this lovely dish. I just need to get my hands on some freeze-dried strawberries!
Megan Marlowe says
Yes, it’s such a fun and delicious twist on the classic!
Vanessa Price says
This Puppy Chow is so cute! I love the pink color and how festive it is.
Jolina says
I must admit, I’ve never had puppy chow but this looks like the perfect recipe to do it. Love how pink and adorable everything is!
Stephanie@ApplesforCJ says
I’ve actually never heard of puppy chow. I can see how this would be addicting. Such a cute idea for Valentines day!
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says
I’ve eaten the chocolate puppy chow — and I loved it. But the strawberry one sounds ever so much better. Now when I have something I know I’ll consume in one sitting, if allowed, I put it in the freezer. My grandsons would love this. I’ll have to make them a batch. Thank you for the inspiration.
Hanady | Recipe Nomad says
I love Peanut Butter Puppy Chow and I know I’ll love this one too! And it’s perfect for Valentine’s Day goodie bags! So creative and cute!!
Dene' V. Alexander says
Yes, please!!! I will take a bag full! This looks like a great recipe to make for a party! Any excuse for a party, right? 🙂
Megan Marlowe says
Absolutely! And puppy chow is delicious all year round, no party needed! 😉
Kathy McDaniel says
I must confess, I’ve never had puppy chow BUT this delicious and pretty pink version I must try!! Sounds like a snack my kids are going to love! Thank you!
Megan Marlowe says
It’s delicious! I hope you all enjoy it!
valmg @ From Val's Kitchen says
I am old. I don’t recall ever hearing about this or having it when I was a child, or even when my boys were young. I hear about it all of the time now, for about 3 years.
Megan Marlowe says
Puppy chow was a favorite when I was a kid and still holds true as an adult. Give it a try, you’ll love it!
Rhonda says
Looks delicious! Where do you purchase the strawberries??
Megan Marlowe says
I find them at Hy-Vee, Wal-mart and Aldi! Hope you can locate them!
Thanh | Eat, Little Bird says
Sounds like a fun recipe for Valentine’s Day! It’s a funny name, though! I had to read your post twice carefully to find out exactly what they were 😉 And good to know that it’s not for dogs! 😉
Megan Marlowe says
I know, isn’t it funny? I grew up calling it Puppy Chow but I know a lot of people call them Muddy Buddies. Either way, they’re both a little strange, HA! 😉
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
I like how you do Valentine’s Day!
Megan Marlowe says
Thank you! ?
Sandhya Ramakrishnan says
I have never heard of puppy chow and the name was so much attractive that I had to come in and read the recipe. This is such a fun snack to make with kids and trust me, I will have to find a secret spot to hide this from me 🙂
Manila Spoon says
I have to add this to my Valentine sweet treats menu for the family! We love the classic muddy buddies and these strawberry puppy chow look like a great alternative to the chocolate version. YUM!
Megan Marlowe says
YES! and strawberries are just perfect for Valentine’s Day!
Uma says
THese looks cute and delicious! I will try this soon, I am sure my daughter will love this:)
Megan Marlowe says
My kids love it, I hope your daughter does too!
Julie | Bunsen Burner Bakery says
I laughed at your comment about having to store it on top of the fridge – I do the same thing when I make my favorite cake batter puppy chow! I usually bring it to work to share but the night before I have to hide the container on the top of our cabinets so I don’t eat it all myself. So addicting! Your strawberry version is so perfect for Valentine’s Day!!
Megan Marlowe says
I have no self control, it’s ridiculous! 😉
Katie says
Just made for my daughter’s birthday party. It’s so good!
Megan | Strawberry Blondie Kitchen says
YAY! So happy to hear that!