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Pistachio Puppy Chow Recipe

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Pistachio Puppy Chow is a delightful and festive snack mix featuring crispy Rice Chex cereal coated in a creamy blend of melted white chocolate, butter, and instant pistachio pudding mix. Finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar and optional crushed pistachios for added texture and flavor, this easy-to-make treat combines sweet, nutty, and crunchy elements for a crowd-pleasing snack perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime sweet cravings hit.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 1 (3.4 oz) box instant pistachio pudding mix
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup crushed pistachios (optional)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Measure Cereal: Add 6 cups of Rice Chex cereal to a large mixing bowl and set aside, ensuring you have the perfect base for the coating.
  2. Melt White Chocolate and Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup white chocolate chips and 1/4 cup unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between intervals until the mixture is fully melted and smooth to avoid overheating or seizing.
  3. Mix in Pudding and Vanilla: Stir in 1 (3.4 oz) box of instant pistachio pudding mix along with 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract into the melted chocolate and butter mixture until the blend is smooth and uniform.
  4. Combine with Cereal: Pour the pistachio chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal. Use a spatula to gently fold and coat all pieces evenly without breaking the cereal.
  5. Add Powdered Sugar: Transfer the coated cereal into a large gallon-size zip-top bag. Add 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, seal the bag tightly, and shake vigorously until every piece is thoroughly coated with a white, powdered sugar finish.
  6. Add Crushed Pistachios (Optional): Open the bag and sprinkle 1/4 cup crushed pistachios over the coated cereal. Give the bag a gentle shake or stir to incorporate the nuts for added texture and flavor.
  7. Serve or Store: Pour the Pistachio Puppy Chow into a serving bowl and enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness for up to one week.

Notes

  • Overheating white chocolate can cause it to seize; melt it slowly and stir often.
  • Let the chocolate-pudding mixture cool slightly before adding powdered sugar to prevent melting and clumping.
  • Stick to one box of pudding mix to avoid a grainy texture.
  • Use gluten-free Rice Chex and pudding mix for a gluten-free version.
  • Crushed pistachios are optional but add a nice crunch and enhance the nutty flavor.
  • Store in an airtight container to retain freshness and crunchiness for up to one week.

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