Popcorn Puppy Chow

5 from 7 votes

Popcorn Puppy Chow (aka Muddy Buddy Popcorn) gives your favorite chocolate-peanut butter snack a fun twist by using popcorn instead of cereal!

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Vegetarian

Keyword: Popcorn Puppy Chow, puppy chow

Servings: servings

Author: Chelsea Lords

Cost: $7.26

Equipment

Large bowl
Resealable plastic bag 1 or 2-gallon sized

Ingredients

8 cups plain popped popcorn see note 1
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/8 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups powdered sugar

US - Metric

Instructions

Pop popcorn and let it cool. Remove any unpopped kernels and place 8 cups of popcorn into a large bowl. (The bigger the bowl, the easier to mix!)
In a separate large, microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter, chocolate chips, butter, and salt. Microwave in 15-second bursts, stirring well between each, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
Pour the melted mixture over the popcorn and gently stir to coat evenly, taking care not to crush it. Ensure all popcorn is evenly and well-coated.
Transfer half the coated popcorn to a 1 or 2-gallon-sized resealable bag, add half the powdered sugar, seal, and shake until coated. Repeat with the remaining popcorn and powdered sugar, shaking until all popcorn is well coated.
Pop the coated popcorn in the freezer—I love eating it straight from the freezer for extra crispness! At room temperature, the popcorn will be softer.

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Notes

Note 1: Use plain or lightly salted popcorn. If the popcorn is salted, skip adding extra salt.

Storage: Put the coated popcorn in a sealed container or freezer bag. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Enjoy it cold, straight from the freezer for optimal texture!

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