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Easy Pistachio Puppy Chow Recipe With Pistachio Pudding

A sweet, crunchy pistachio-flavored puppy chow coated in pistachio pudding mix, white chocolate, and powdered sugar for the perfect no-bake treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, No-Bake
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Snack Mix Base
  • 6 cups rice Chex cereal
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 package pistachio pudding mix instant, 3.4 oz
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
Optional Add-Ins
  • 0.5 cup chopped pistachios optional
  • 0.5 tsp pistachio extract optional

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Zip-top bag
  • Parchment-lined tray

Method
 

  1. Place Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Melt white chocolate chips and butter in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each.
  3. Add vanilla extract and optional pistachio extract to melted mixture.
  4. Pour melted mixture over the cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
  5. Combine pistachio pudding mix and powdered sugar in a large zip-top bag.
  6. Transfer coated cereal into the bag, seal, and shake until fully covered.
  7. Spread coated cereal onto a parchment-lined tray to cool and set.
  8. Add chopped pistachios if desired.

Notes

For extra color, add green sprinkles. Store in an airtight container to maintain crunch.