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Muddy buddies or puppy chow? Whatever you call it, this cinnamon and sugar Chex mix is a great snack for the whole gang. So simple, and a certain crowd pleaser, this Snickerdoodle Puppy Chow is going to be a hit!
Oops. I had a post I have been working on for about a week now that I thought I would get out to you today. Will a rain check do?
Monday caught up with me quickly! And so I really only have food for your belly today and not much food for thought. I am sure you will not be mad one bit though when you see what I have for you this time!
I love my puppy chow, or muddy buddies, whatever you call it! So in thinking of how to up the puppy chow game, clearly some cinnamon and sugar was necessary, right?! I am working hard on this whole intuitive eating thing these days. And I am learning that treats are treats and balance is balance and moderation is moderation. Don't worry so much if it's not perfect. That's the beauty--there is no such thing as perfect eating. That is quite contrary to my own way of thinking, but I am certainly a work in progress! Listen to your body! Ok, tangent complete.
It was a bit of a toss up on what exactly to name this recipe. Cinnamon Roll Puppy Chow? Snickerdoodle? Regardless of the name, this snack mix is so perfect for your game day spread, a late afternoon snack or any time you have a good craving for cinnamon goodness! I tossed in some white chocolate chips to the mix and found that to be a great addition. And now it has me thinking the next time I bake snickerdoodle cookies, I better add some to those as well!
At any rate, enjoy this treat. It's a good one!
And while we are on the topic of puppy chow, it may be a little out of season but my Dark Chocolate Peppermint Puppy Chow is another super incredible treat for the whole gang--or just you, no sharing required, promise! It was my Christmas treat that kept giving last year!
Ingredients
- 6 cups Chex cereal
- ½ c plus 2 T almond butter the drippy kind works best, you can also use cashew butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 3-4 T maple syrup or liquid sweetener
- 3 teaspoon cinnamon, divided
- 1 c powdered sugar
- white chocolate chips (optional to toss in when serving)
Instructions
- Pour cereal into medium bowl.
- In a sauce pan over medium heat, combine maple, almond butter, vanilla and 1 ½ teaspoon cinnamon.
- Stir until warm and blended.
- Pour the mixture over the cereal and stir until cereal is evenly coated.
- Chill for 10-15 minutes.
- Pour powdered sugar and the rest of the cinnamon into the a gallon sized plastic bag. Transfer cereal mixture into the bag and toss until evenly coated.
- Transfer back to a bowl and dig in!
Kim @ Berly's Kitchen says
This is one of my favorite snacks!! I could eat loads of it. The flavors you've used make a great combo, and I can't wait to give it a try. 🙂
Lorie says
Hope you love it Kim!
Jenni LeBaron says
I was just talking to someone last night about how I love puppy chow but haven't had it since college. I've never tried snickerdoodle puppy chow, but it looks super tasty!
Lorie says
Oh you better get on making some fast! ?
Liz says
WOW!!! This is 100% so my style! I love puppy chow!
Lorie says
My FAVE!!
Holly says
This puppy chow looks like the perfect sweet snack! And I love that you used pure maple syrup for the sweetener!
Lorie says
I could literally drink maple from the bottle... ?
Meme says
As a huge fan of snickerdoodle this will be the first thing I make next time I hit the grocery store!!!
Lorie says
Yay! Enjoy Meme!
Kelly Anthony says
Well, this is absolutely genius! I am totally trying this out for Christmas!
Lorie says
It will be perfect!
Sherri @ Sweet Enough says
This is such an awesome snack! The combination of flavors is amazing, especially the maple syrup and almond butter together ! Totally drooling!
Lorie says
Thanks so much Sherri!!!
Jagruti Dhanecha says
I can see these puppy chow is going to be my favourite snack 🙂 What a lovely idea and these look so tempting. Easy and fuss-free recipe.
Lorie says
Thanks!!! One of our faves!
Jordan says
Mind = blown. Churro puppy chow?!?! This is so happening.
Lorie says
It's a favorite in our house! We never have leftovers!
Bethany @ athletic avocado says
This healthified puppy chow is literally screaming my name from miles away! Holy moly puffins are my fave cereal and I have all the ingredients in my kitchen as we speak, I think this is heaven-sent 🙂
Lorie says
Let me know how you like it! I'm a fan of Puffins as well! I thought of using the cinnamon flavor as well...