Dark Chocolate Puppy Chow

I still remember the first time I had Puppy Chow.  I was around 10 years old and it was Christmas time.  My aunt made it and brought it to a family gathering.  The name confused me at first and made me hesitant to try it.  Thankfully I got over that thought and gave it a try.  Many years later, it is still one of our favorite treats.  My family loves dark chocolate.  So, we have recently been making this recipe to incorporate it.  Yum!!

Ingredients:
9 c. corn chex cereal
1 c. dark chocolate chips
1/2 c. peanut butter
1/4 c. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 3/4 c. powdered sugar
parchment or waxed paper

Directions:

1. Measure cereal into a large bowl and set aside.
2. In a 1-quart microwaveable bowl, microwave chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter on high for 1 minute; stir well.
3. Microwave 30 seconds longer or until mixture can be stirred smooth.
4. Stir in vanilla.
5. Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until coated evenly.  Pour into a 2-gallon resealable plastic bag.
6. Add powdered sugar.  Seal bag and shake until well coated.
7. Spread on parchment or waxed paper to cool.
8. Store in airtight container.

 Thanks ~ Nichi

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