Puppy Chow

Growing up, my aunt used to make this for all the family get-togethers. She always had little bowls of it just perfectly placed around the living room so that when we all sat around talking as a family, we had something to snack on. And, as kids, all of us used to devour it. I do not make it that often anymore because I could honestly eat an entire batch, and not feel guilty at all...until I step on the scale the next day. It is addicting and so delicious. The perfect blend of chocolate, peanut butter, and salty crunch.

9          cups Rice Chex®, Corn Chex®, Chocolate Chex® or Honey Nut Chex® cereal

1

cup semisweet chocolate chips

1/2

cup peanut butter

1/4

cup butter or margarine

1

teaspoon vanilla

1 1/2

cups powdered sugar

• Into large bowl, measure cereal; set aside.
• In 1-quart microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter uncovered on High 1 minute; stir. Microwave about 30 seconds longer or until mixture can be stirred smooth. Stir in vanilla. Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated. Pour into 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag.
• Add powdered sugar. Seal bag; shake until well coated. Spread on waxed paper to cool. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.