Description
Healthy Protein Puppy Chow is a delightful and nutritious twist on the classic treat, combining rich flavors of chocolate and peanut butter with a protein boost. This no-bake dessert is perfect for snacking at any time of day—whether you need a quick pick-me-up or something to satisfy your sweet tooth after a workout.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3.5 ounces chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1.5 tablespoons coconut oil
- 4.5 cups Chex Mix cereal (gluten-free option available)
- 2/3 cup chocolate or vanilla protein powder
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Heat in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth.
- In a large bowl, add Chex Mix cereal. Pour the melted mixture over the cereal and gently toss with a rubber spatula until coated.
- Sprinkle the protein powder over the coated cereal and mix well to evenly distribute. For easier coating, place the mixture in a Ziplock bag and shake until well combined.
- Spread the puppy chow on a lined baking sheet and let it sit for about 10 minutes to set before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg