These Puppy Chow Almonds are a fun twist on a classic treat. The nuts add an extra boost of protein and healthy fats, making it perfect for a special snack or dessert!
*Post and photos updated 12/2017*
Hi Friends!
If you find yourself craving a little treat anytime soon, I’m here to suggest these Puppy Chow Almonds. I don’t know about you, but I grew up with a major love for the original puppy chow/muddy buddies/whatever you want to call it recipe.
It’s one of those recipes that you learn to make at a young age, all by yourself, and it just never lets you down. So while I’m don’t really think it’s necessary to mess with the original recipe, sometimes it’s fun to change things up.
The idea for these Puppy Chow Almonds was born one afternoon when I found myself with craving for puppy chow, a giant bag of almonds and no cereal besides Cheerios. I don’t really consider Cheerios a good sub for Chex in this recipe so I thought I’d give the almonds a whirl.
The end result was delicious! Way better than eating a handful of plain almonds if you ask me 🙂
Here’s how you make them:
PrintPuppy Chow Almonds
These Puppy Chow Almonds are a fun twist on a classic treat. The nuts add an extra boost of protein and healthy fats, making it perfect for a special snack or dessert!
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw, unsalted almonds
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter and dark chocolate chips and microwave in 30-second intervals until melted. Let cool for 2 minutes.
Put almonds in a large ziploc bag (or bowl).
Pour melted pb mixture over almonds and shake or stir until well-coated.
Add powdered sugar and stir or shake until well-coated.
Notes
Add more powdered sugar if needed or desired.
So easy, right?!
Give these a try next time the puppy chow craving strikes!
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Enjoy!
–Lindsay–
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Ummm…I know why we are blends!! Puppy chow used to be my favorite treat….and you upped the game by making it with almonds. THANK YOU!! 🙂
Oh. My. Goodness.
This is so dangerous. And I like it…
Puppy chow was my favorite thing when I was growing up but I haven’t had it in years. That’s all about to change!
Thank you for sharing! <3
Just found your blog through Chloe (@ EveryCraving) and I love it already! Especially after seeing this recipe because it’s something tasty and healthy that I could actually make in my very limited student kitchen 🙂
awww yay! so glad you found me 🙂
Enjoy! 🙂 And ooh, that looks deadly delicious 🙂
Thank you for making me drool for Puppy Chow at 6:30 a.m.!
I’m on a no-sweets kick until Easter. So I think I’ll save this recipe for the day after Easter. Seriously, why did you do this to me? 🙂
To die for!!! Looks amazing!
Those look absolutely unreal!!!!! Yum 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
This has sparked a DANGEROUS craving…
What an awesome idea!! I used to LOVE puppy chow … so addicting!
I want some Puppy Chow! Yum! Pinned it! 🙂
In LOVE with this idea!
Love this idea! I want to make these so badly, but I’m scared to because I know I’ll devour them all in one sitting haha! 😉
Oh my gosh, why did I never think of this?! I love puppy chowder and this looks so simple! I may be bringing this to my family Grub Club on Thursday!
oh man!!! SO making these for tomorrow night’s small group!! And pinned!
yuuummmyyy!! This sounds so delicious and a little healthier than the overly-sweet snack during Christmastime. Do you think instead of peanut butter you could use a different kind of nut butter? I’ve been wanting to try different kinds for a while but don’t know enough of any other kinds except almond or cashew..
i think any kind would be good! i don’t have much experience with other kinds besides pb and almond butter, although i have made walnut butter before!
Walnut butter?? That sounds ridiculously delicious! I can’t wait for foodie penpals to maybe get some new samples of different nut butter or protein bars! I instantly regret not doing it this month. But next month is only 2 weeks away! (how crazy is THAT)
Brilliant idea – and terribly addicting I’ sure 😉
What a great idea – so simple and sounds delicious! 😉
looks yummy!
going to pin this 🙂
yep. i knew this one was a winner as soon as i saw you mention it yesterday. can’t wait to make these!
OMG puppy chow ALMONDS?! My friend makes puppy chow with the chex mix and it is SO ADDICTIVE I can’t even stand it near me. I literally cannot stop eating it once I start. These almonds would totally fall into that camp, YUM!
um yeah, you’re brilliant. i LOVE puppy chow… and almonds… aka this is the perfect creation!
SO happy you went there.
Now I don’t have to. 🙂
um, these look AMAZING!! they’re probably much more satisfying than traditional puppy chow too 🙂
Must absolutely, 100% MAKE THESE! stomach growled on cue!!!
Ahhh I so want to make these but I know that would be insanely dangerous!
You are my hero!
OMG…seriously, those look amazing :D. I absolutely adore puppy chow, and I love almonds, so this sounds like a winning combo! Glad you are done!!!
WANT.
Ah! I love this! Puppy chow with chex mix is one of those things I eat incessantly, but never thought to take that combination outside of cereal. Can I call this health food? Or is that too dangerous? 🙂
Oh my gosh this is brilliant!! I looove puppy chow and by making it with almonds I don’t have to feel quite as guilty eating it! Congrats on finishing up this quarter and have fun with your parents 🙂
Congrats to you! That definitely calls for puppy chow. 🙂
Ohhhh my gosh this looks so good and I love recipes like this because I have all the stuff to make it in my kitchen already! YAY for being done with your final and your interviews!!!
HOLY YUM!!! I’ll need to make some for my next party:)
Oh my goodness! Stop it! These look to.die.for!
awesome…i am thinking of cashews the same way, and walnuts too..
oooh cashews would be delish!
YUM! Trying these ASAP!
oh man…puppy chow is ridiculously good…i need to try this!!
OMG. You are awesome – love this idea!!
Well, you’ve done it again. Puppy chow…and almonds. Two of the best things in the world. Thanks for just making my entire day 🙂
haha you’re welcome 🙂
I can NOT wait to try this!! I’m trying to come up with healthier snacks for my husband and myself. We both have serious sweet tooth’s. He loves pb and I love dark chocolate. So this is a win win for us. Do you have a recommended portion size for this? I’m only asking because I can get carried away with snacking. Love your blog and the recipes you share. Thanks for everything you do!!
Hey there old friend! These look delicious and perfect for the holiday season. I love leaving nuts/dried fruit out as appetizers and these look wonderful!