This easy s’mores puppy chow is a no-bake, crowd-pleasing snack that captures all the flavors of campfire s’mores without the fuss. Made with Rice Chex cereal, melted chocolate, marshmallow fluff, crushed graham crackers, mini marshmallows and a dusting of powdered sugar, this sweet treat is perfect for parties, movie nights, game nights, an after-school snack, or a quick dessert. There’s no peanut butter in this version, so the texture stays light and chocolaty.
S’mores Muddy Buddies
This s’mores muddy buddies (also called puppy chow) is designed for people, not pets. It’s a simple assembly-style snack that comes together in minutes and doesn’t require baking or special equipment. The combination of semi-sweet chocolate, marshmallow fluff and crushed graham crackers gives every bite the familiar s’mores flavor, while the powdered sugar coating adds a sweet, snowy finish and helps keep the pieces from sticking together.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- No-bake and ready in about 20 minutes.
- Tastes like classic s’mores without the mess of toasting marshmallows.
- Made without peanut butter — chocolate and marshmallow cream do the work.
- Easy to scale for a crowd or to make ahead and store.
Ingredients
Below are the quantities used in the version shown here. This batch yields about 18 servings and can be adjusted up or down as needed.
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided — use semi-sweet to balance sweetness; milk chocolate will be sweeter.
- 5 tablespoons butter — helps melt and smooth the chocolate.
- 7 oz marshmallow fluff — also called marshmallow creme; adds the toasted-marshmallow flavor and sticky texture.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract — enhances flavor.
- 8 cups Rice Chex cereal — the crunchy base.
- 2½ cups powdered sugar — for coating.
- 1¼ cups crushed graham crackers — for the classic s’mores crunch and flavor.
- 1 cup mini marshmallows — stir in at the end for extra chew.
How to Make S’mores Puppy Chow
This recipe is straightforward: melt chocolate and butter, stir in marshmallow fluff and vanilla, fold in cereal, then finish with crushed graham crackers, extra chocolate chips and powdered sugar. A large resealable bag is the easiest way to coat the cereal evenly with powdered sugar.
Quick Tips
- Microwave in 30-second intervals and stir after each interval to prevent the chocolate from seizing or overheating.
- Use a soft rubber spatula and fold gently when mixing the cereal into the chocolate so the Chex pieces don’t crumble.
- For more even powdered sugar coverage, put half the powdered sugar in the bag first, add the chocolate-coated cereal, then add the remaining powdered sugar before sealing and shaking.
- Store the finished puppy chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
More Muddy Buddy Variations
- Hot chocolate flavored muddy buddies
- Peppermint muddy buddies
- White chocolate puppy chow
- Valentine’s Day themed puppy chow
- Oreo puppy chow
- Fall-spiced puppy chow
S’mores Puppy Chow
Ingredients
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 7 oz marshmallow fluff
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 2½ cups powdered sugar
- 1¼ cups crushed graham crackers
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, melt 1½ cups of the semi-sweet chocolate chips together with the butter in the microwave. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth.
- Stir in the marshmallow fluff and vanilla extract until fully combined and glossy.
- Add the Rice Chex cereal and gently fold with a rubber spatula until the cereal is evenly coated with the chocolate-marshmallow mixture.
- Place half of the powdered sugar into a large resealable freezer bag. Add the coated cereal, crushed graham crackers, the remaining ½ cup of chocolate chips, and the mini marshmallows. Top with the remaining powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake until everything is evenly coated in powdered sugar.
- Transfer the finished mixture to a serving bowl and enjoy.
Notes
Stir after each microwave interval to avoid overheating the chocolate. Use a soft rubber spatula and fold gently so the cereal pieces remain intact. Adding powdered sugar in two stages makes coating easier and more even.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition
Calories: 374 kcal, Carbohydrates: 66 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 12 g, Saturated Fat: 7 g, Sugar: 36 g.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.
Additional Info
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