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The Ultimate Easy No-Bake Pistachio Puppy Chow (Made with Pudding Mix)

A close-up of a white bowl piled high with bright green pistachio puppy chow dusted heavily with powdered sugar and mixed with whole pistachios.
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Create this addictive, crunchy Pistachio Puppy Chow, a no-bake snack mix featuring white chocolate and bright pistachio flavor from pudding mix. It is perfect for holiday party treats or edible gifts.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 12 ounces white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (or substitute with sunflower seed butter for nut-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (3.4 ounce) box instant pistachio pudding mix
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios (optional mix-in)

Instructions

  1. Measure the Rice Chex cereal into a very large bowl. Set aside.
  2. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the mixture is smooth and completely melted. This usually takes 60 to 90 seconds total.
  3. Stir the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture.
  4. Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal in the large bowl. Gently fold the cereal until it is evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
  5. Sprinkle the entire box of instant pistachio pudding mix over the coated cereal. Gently fold again until the cereal pieces are lightly dusted with the green powder.
  6. If you are using chopped pistachios, add them now and fold them into the mix.
  7. Place the powdered sugar into a large zip-top plastic bag. Add the coated cereal mixture to the bag. Seal the bag, leaving some air inside.
  8. Shake the bag vigorously until all the cereal pieces are completely covered in powdered sugar.
  9. Spread the finished Pistachio Puppy Chow onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool and set before serving or storing.

Notes

  • For the best results and crunch, do not microwave the chocolate mixture for too long; stir frequently to prevent scorching.
  • You can substitute the Rice Chex with Corn Chex or Wheat Chex if desired for a different texture.
  • Store this no-bake snack mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • This recipe makes a great green snack for St Patrick Day dessert or Christmas snacks.

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Find it online: https://alchemychef.com/pistachio-puppy-chow-recipe-easy-no-bake-snack/