Snickerdoodle Puppy Chow

Muddy buddies or puppy chow? Whatever you call it, this cinnamon Chex mix is a crowd pleaser no matter what you call it. Prepared in just 10 minutes and a great white chocolate, powdered sugar covered treat--Snickerdoodle Muddy Buddies will be your new favorite mix!

This recipe was originally published May 2017 and updated December 2021.

Chex mix, muddy buddies, puppy chow-- no matter what you call it, it's such an amazing treat! This Snickerdoodle inspired, Cinnamon Chex Mix is the perfect ten minute prep recipe you will love!

Huge puppy chow fan here--and while I love this Christmas Puppy Chow recipe, but the Snickerdoodle version is great well beyond the holiday season!

Why you will love this cinnamon chex mix:

• You only need 4 ingredients. Chex, white chocolate, cinnamon and powdered sugar. You can grab a few optional add ins if you would like, but other than that, you won't need much.
• Just 10 minutes to prep. Melt the white chocolate, add it to the cereal and stir. Then shake it all up in a plastic bag. A great treat that is minutes away!
• A kid friendly recipe--easy for little helpers. This is a great option for the kids to help with. Not a whole lot of ingredients or steps. Pro-Tip: If you have several helpers, divide the mix into separate plastic bags and let each kid shake!
• Cinnamon, white chocolate and a bit of crunch--such a delicious combo!

What you will need:

• white chocolate or vanilla candy coating: you can use white chocolate chips, white chocolate bars or candy coating. As long as you can melt it and enjoy the flavor, it will work! A high quality white chocolate will melt much better than the chips but as long as you don't over heat it, you shouldn't have any issued!
• Chex: I use the classic rice Chex. I considered using the cinnamon Chex for this Snickerdoodle Puppy Chow, but I am not a huge fan of it. The cinnamon just tastes a bit off to me. Whatever you prefer should work fine.
• cinnamon: separated, some will be added to the melted white chocolate and the rest will be added to the powdered sugar.
• powdered sugar: plenty to coat!

How to make Snickerdoodle Puppy Chow:

• Pour the measured Chex into a medium mixing bowl.
• In a small bowl, melt the white chocolate in about 25 second increments, stirring each time. When almost all of the white chocolate is melted, don't heat anymore. Instead, continue stirring to help melt the rest. This will keep you from over heating the chocolate. (step 1)
• Stir in 1 ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon. (step 2)
• Pour the melted cinnamon white chocolate over the Chex and stir to coat evenly. Using clean hands can make this step a bit easier for sure. If using a spoon, just try to gently stir and fold.(steps 3-4)

• Add powdered sugar and remaining cinnamon to a gallon sized ziplock bag and toss to combine. Add in the coated Chex and toss well until the cereal is coated with the powdered sugar. (step 5-7)
• Transfer to a bowl or serving dish and allow to cool for about 15-30 minutes before serving. You can place it in the refrigerator to allow the white chocolate to cool and set much more quickly--this should only require about 5-10 minutes.

Recipe Notes and Tips:

• Do not over heat the white chocolate. If you cook the chocolate too much, it will become thick and seize. This will make it unworkable. When heating, you can use a double boiler method. When microwaving, heat at 50% power for safest melting.
• Storing: This Snickerdoodle Puppy Chow can last about 1-2 weeks--if you don't eat it all in just a day! Keep it in an air tight container at room temperature and will keep!
• Make sure to stir and coat the cereal well. The key to this cinnamon Chex mix is getting all the cereal coated so that the powdered sugar sticks to it.

Fun Cinnamon Chex Mix Add-Ins and Variations:

• A cup or two of Cinnamon Toast Crunch is a great addition to this Cinnamon Puppy Chow. It's a bit too sweet for some, but I think it's delicious!
• Add in some extra white chocolate chips just before serving.
• Sweet and salty fan? Toss in some mini pretzels.

Try these other recipes:

• Funfetti Rice Krispie Treats
• No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
• Homemade Bark Thins
• Peanut Butter Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

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