Puppy Chow Truffles
Puppy chow truffles feature the flavors of the classic dessert snack mix in a decadent truffle. This homemade candy makes a perfect addition to any dessert table or a tasty homemade gift for any sweet tooth on your list.
Servings: 12 truffles
Calories: 257kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups plain rice chex cereal
- ¾ cup peanut butter
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon shortening
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Add chex to a food processor and pulse until small pieces
- Add peanut butter, powdered sugar and vanilla and process until a paste forms
- Chill in fridge for at least 30 minutes
- Roll into 12 equal balls, then return to the fridge while you make the chocolate coating
- Melt the chocolate chips and shortening in a small pan on lowest heat setting until smooth
- Use a toothpick to dip each the 12 truffles in the chocolate, then allow to chill until chocolate is hardened (about 10-15 minutes)
- Roll each truffle in powdered sugar and enjoy
Nutrition
Calories: 257kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 158mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 171IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 4mg