St. Patrick's Day Puppy Chow (2024)

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St. Patrick’s Day Puppy Chow. It’s puppy chow lucky style! Candy melts, peanut butter, and powdered sugar tossed with fun green candies and lucky charms shamrock marshmallows.

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This super festive and so delicious treat is fun for the whole family! Puppy (Lucky Chow), aka muddy buddies, is the kind of snack you just want to keep diving in for more. I warned you this stuff is addictive!

As I prepared to make this all green treat, I headed out to my local market on the hunt for theSt. Paddy’s Day Lucky Charms cereal. My goal to score all those lucky green shamrock marshmallowsin on box of cereal. Yay when I can get them it makes this an easy task.

If there’s not a one in the store (it happens some years), just grab a regular box and pick all the shamrock ones out of the cereal box!

I just pretended I am hunting for some buried treasure in the midst of all those rainbows in there. Do ya think I found my pot of gold??? I’m not tellin’!

Why you’ll love this recipe:

  • Super easy: Just like most of the recipes I make around here, this on is easy to make. I love an easy recipe you can make in a pinch for parties or perfect for whatever you are doing for your Saint Patrick’s Day festivities. You can even get the kids to help make this one.
  • It’s delicious: This is simply one of those things you cannot stop eating. It checks off that chocolate craving box with a bit of peanut butter to make it extra yum!
  • It’s perfect for kids and adults alike! Honestly I haven’t met anyone yet that hasn’t love this treat! It really is that good!

Ingredients

  • Chex Rice Cereal
  • Peanut Butter
  • Vegetable or Canola Oil
  • Green Candy Melts
  • Powdered Sugar
  • Fun Toppings – Green M&M’s, Wilton Shamrock Sprinkles, & Lucky Charm Shamrocks

How to make Puppy Chow for St. Patrick’s Day

  • In the microwave melt candy melts, peanut butter and oil for 30 seconds on high. Stir, if needed microwave another 15 seconds and the mix until melted. Pour in Chex cereal.
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  • Place mixture in a gallon size zip lock bag and pour in powdered sugar and shake until coated.
  • Pour out onto a cookie sheet lined with wax paper until set. Then mix in candies and marshamallows.
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  • This is such a fun treat and you can be creative, use whatever types of candies or toppings you like.
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This is the perfect snack for the little bit (or lot) of Irish in all of us! I know this isn’t really Irish at all, but it sure is a lot of fun!

If you love these St. Patrick’s Day sweet treats give these Lucky Charms Cereal Treats a try too!

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St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Chow

Servings: 12

Author: Nikki Lee

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St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Chow. It’s puppy chow Leprechaun style! Candy melts, peanut butter, and powered sugar tossed with fun green candies and shamrock marshmallows.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups Chex Rice Cereal
  • 1 cup green candy melts
  • ¼ cup peanut butter
  • ½ tbsp vegetable or canola oil
  • ¾ to 1 cup powdered sugar

Fun Candy Toppings

  • ¼ cup M&M’s
  • ¼ cup Shamrock Sprinkles
  • ¼ cup Shamrock Marshmallows, (Out of Lucky Charms Cereal)

Instructions

  • In a microwave safe bowl, combine 1 cup Green Candy Melts, peanut butter and vegetable or canola oil.Microwave on on HIGH for 30 seconds, stir and cook in 15 second intervals until smooth.Pour Cereal into bowl and mix until well coated.

  • Open gallon size zip lock bag and pour in cereal mixture. Seal bag, add in powdered sugar, and shake until well coated.

  • Pour coated cereal onto parchment or wax paper and allow to set. Pour on M&M’s, Shamrock sprinkles, and shamrock marshmallows and stir.

  • Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 11 serving Calories: 222kcal (11%) Carbohydrates: 41g (14%) Protein: 2g (4%) Fat: 6g (9%) Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g Cholesterol: 1mg Sodium: 85mg (4%) Sugar: 25g (28%)

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  1. St. Patrick's Day Puppy Chow (7)
    I love your St. Patrick’s Day version! So very festive and perfect for a class party or special after school treat.

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    1. Thank you Ellen! It’s so yummy and perfect for the kids to get involved! I made sure my sons friends took it so I stayed out of (most) of it 😉

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  2. These are adorable! My kids would love these…if I don’t eat them first! Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friday!

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  3. Such a fun and yummy way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!

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  4. this is so festive and fun for St. Patrick’s Day!

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  5. I’ve got a couple little Leprechauns who are going to love this! So fun 🙂

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    1. I know what you mean! My not so little ones already polished this off 😉

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  6. St. Patrick's Day Puppy Chow (8)
    This is such a fun treat! I’m cracking up over you picking through for all the green marshmallows though, lol. I bet I could enscript my daughters to do that part for me.

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    1. Thank you so much Amy!Yes!! Put your daughters to work! They can make it a race! It’s so fun and yummy. My son and his friends have already eaten through my first batch!

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  7. Magically delish!

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  8. St. Patrick's Day Puppy Chow (9)
    This is so much fun!! I think my nieces and nephews would go crazy for this snack! I love that it can be packed easily in a lunchbox or a big bowl to share with friends and co-workers!

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  9. I could chow these down in no time. Super idea and so cute!

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  10. This soooooo much fun! I can’t wait to make this!

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  11. So pretty…any I bet it’s crazy addictive. I just want to reach out and grab a big ol’ hand full!

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  12. How cute are these!!! I need to get some Lucky Charms

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  13. I think my granddaughter would love to help me make this.

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St. Patrick's Day Puppy Chow (2024)

FAQs

Is it called puppy chow or muddy buddies? ›

Puppy chow, also known as monkey munch, muddy buddies, muddy munch, reindeer chow, or doggy bag, is the name for a homemade candy made in the United States, primarily in the Midwestern States.

Why is puppy chow call puppy chow? ›

How Puppy Chow Got Its Name. Chex cereal, originally made by the Ralston Purina Company, debuted in grocery stores in 1937. Because the company referred to their dog food as “dog chow” and cat food as “cat chow,” they jokingly called their new cereal line “human chow,” according to Taste.

What are 5 food items associated with St. Patrick's Day? ›

St. Patrick's Day Foods
  • Colcannon. Colcannon, or Irish mashed potatoes, is a traditional Irish dish that has been consumed in the country for generations. ...
  • Irish Soda Bread. ...
  • Fried Cabbage. ...
  • Corned Beef and Cabbage. ...
  • Shepherd's Pie. ...
  • Irish Stew. ...
  • Irish Apple Tart. ...
  • Barmbrack.

Who came up with puppy chow? ›

Is it called Puppy Chow because it simply resembles dog food? Or is it because Ralston Purina (the makers of Purina pet food) actually invented Chex, the cereal used to make the chocolatey peanut buttery treat for humans? In 1926, Purina launched its first dog food called Purina Dog Chow.

Is puppy chow a wisconsin thing? ›

The puppy chow belt runs through the Dakotas, Iowa, Nebraska, and Wisconsin, fanning out into the surrounding areas.

Is puppy chow just a Midwest thing? ›

Puppy chow is a party staple in the Midwest, but not everywhere else. Puppy chow — a snack mix made of Chex cereal covered in melted chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar — is often a fixture at parties. People outside of the Midwest have often never heard of it, and they don't know what they're missing.

What is puppy chow slang for? ›

Slang for Heroin

Black tar, smack, H, Negra/o, puppy chow, dog food, onyx, beat, BT, black girl and the frequently used term “sh*t” all reference Heroin.

What does Hy Vee call puppy chow? ›

at Hyvee. Dec 18, 2018 We may call it different things: puppy chow, people. chow, muddy buddies, etc...but we all remember the. comforting combination of chocolate and peanut.

What is the difference between puppy chow and dog chow? ›

Puppy food also has more amino acids, fat, and minerals than adult dog food. Some brands even add extra omega-3 fatty acids to puppy food to help with brain and eye development. On top of all of this, large-breed puppies have additional special needs.

What is the most popular dish on St. Patrick's Day? ›

When it comes to dinner on St. Patrick's Day, the most popular meal is corned beef and cabbage—often accompanied by a green beer or two. The boiled dinner and its liquid accompaniment dominate the menu of Irish bars and restaurants up and down the country on March 17, and many home cooks serve the dish, too.

What is a traditional St. Patrick's Day snack? ›

5 Popular St. Patrick's Day Snacks
  • Soda Bread. Everyone who celebrates St. ...
  • Irish Cheese Platter. Yes, you can create something similar to a charcuterie board featuring cheeses imported from Ireland. ...
  • Corned Beef and Cabbage Bites. ...
  • Irish Potato Skins. ...
  • Pretzels and Irish Beer Cheese.
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What is the national dish of Ireland? ›

Irish Stew is a thick, hearty dish of mutton, potatoes, and onions and undisputedly the national dish of Ireland. Within the dish are many of the ingredients synonymous with the island, potatoes being one of the most recognized.

What comes after puppy chow? ›

When to Switch Puppy to Adult Food. Once you know when your puppy will reach maturity, you can decide when to switch to adult food. If your puppy will be full grown at 12 months, you can start transitioning him to an adult formula around his first birthday.

Why is puppy chow now called people chow? ›

Named after its resemblance to actual puppy chow (and perhaps the launch of Chex cereal, known by some as “human chow,” from the Purina company back in 1937), human puppy chow became a household staple in the Midwest by the 1960s.

Is it called muddy buddies or puppy chow? ›

This classic chocolate, peanut butter and powdered sugar Chex™ Mix recipe has been a beloved part of families' kitchens for years. Transform Chex™ cereal into a delicious treat in just 15 minutes. We call it Muddy Buddies™, but you may know it as Puppy Chow.

Why is the dessert called puppy chow? ›

Its brown kibble-like appearance harkens back to the chow of the Purina company, and the name wasn't subtle, people called it Puppy Chow, knowing well that the dog food company manufactured that cereal. While party mix was a little more universally known for many decades, Puppy Chow was a neat quirk of the Midwest.

Is Puppy Chow a brand name? ›

Puppy Chow Puppy Food

Nourish the now with the expertly formulated nutrition of Purina Puppy Chow. Offered in both dry and wet puppy food, you can ensure your puppy is getting the right levels of all the nutrients he needs to jump start a long and healthy life.

What is a puppy chow snack made of? ›

What Is Puppy Chow? “Puppy chow” (a.k.a. muddy buddies) is the name for a homemade candy or snack that's made with cereal, chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar. General Mills sells their own version of the popular treat, but it's easy to make at home with just a few ingredients.

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