Christmas Puppy Chow featuring Andes candies, sometimes called Muddy Biddies, is a sweet, chocolatey, minty, crunchy holiday treat that is perfect for gift giving as well as Christmas snacking.
- Mint and chocolate flavors bring the flavors of Christmas to this people puppy chow recipe.
- A crowd favorite that is found at many holiday parties.
- Allergy-friendly, peanut-free snack mix perfect for giving as a homemade food gift.
Ingredients needed to make holiday puppy chow.
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Instructions
Shake
Place powdered sugar along with the cocoa powder in a gallon-sized ziptop bag, close bag and shake to combine. Set aside.
Measure Chex Cereal
Measure Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
Melt Chocoalte
Unwrap the Andes mint chocolates and place in a small microwave-safe bowl and melt for 25 seconds, stir and reheat as needed.
Pour
Pour melted Andes chocolates over the Chex cereal.
Stir
Gently stir to coat the cereal with the melted candy.
Coat
Scoop the Chex cereal into the bag with the powdered icing sugar, then seal and shake to coat the cereal completely with the powdered icing sugar.
Spread on a cookie sheet
Pour the powdered sugar-coated cereal onto a cookie sheet and allow the Andes chocolates to set completely, approximately 30 minutes, before storing or serving.
Can you freeze Christmas puppy chow?
Yes, you can freeze Christmas Puppy Chow! Keep in mind that while freezing works, the texture might be slightly different after thawing. The powdered sugar coating might not be quite as pristine as fresh, but it will still taste good!
Best practices for freezing:
- Let the mixture cool and set completely after making it (the full 30 minutes)
- Place in an airtight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag
- Remove as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn
- Label with the date (it can last up to 3 months in the freezer)
Important tips for best results:
- Double-bag or use a container with a tight seal to protect from moisture
- Store away from strong-smelling foods in the freezer
- Break into smaller portions before freezing so you can thaw only what you need
- Don't compress the mixture when packaging it
When ready to eat:
- Remove from freezer and let thaw at room temperature (about 30-60 minutes)
- If it feels slightly sticky after thawing, you can toss it with a little extra powdered sugar
- Serve once it reaches room temperature
Frequently asked questions, answers and tips:
My family likes to use Chex cereal. Rice Chex, Corn Chex or a combination of both are a favorite. Also you can use Crispix cereal. 
I store my Christmas muddy buddies in either a gallon sized zip top bag or another air tight container. It is important to keep humidity and moisture away from the snack mix. Moisture will dissolve the powdered sugar making the treat sticky.
Looking to make your Christmas muddy buddies have more of a holiday flair? Add a few shakes of holiday sprinkles, holiday-colored M&Ms and other Christmas candies.
Ingredients
- 4 Cups (248 g) Chex cereal
- 1 Cup (236.59 g) Andes Mints approximately 15
- ¾ Cup (90 g) Powdered Sugar
- ¼ Cup (21.5 g) Cocoa Powder
Instructions
- Place powdered sugar along with the cocoa powder in a gallon-sized ziptop bag, close bag and shake to combine. Set aside.¾ Cup (90 g) Powdered Sugar, ¼ Cup (21.5 g) Cocoa Powder
- Measure Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl. Set aside.4 Cups (248 g) Chex cereal
- Unwrap the Andes mint chocolates and place in a small microwave-safe bowl and melt for 25 seconds, stir and reheat as needed.1 Cup (236.59 g) Andes Mints
- Pour melted Andes chocolates over the Chex cereal.
- Gently stir to coat the cereal with the melted candy.
- Scoop the Chex cereal into the bag with the powdered icing sugar, then seal and shake to coat the cereal completely with the powdered icing sugar.
- Pour the powdered sugar-coated cereal onto a cookie sheet and allow the Andes chocolates to set completely, approximately 30 minutes, before storing or serving.
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Sarah Mock is a classically trained Chef and graduate of Johnson & Wales University. A culinary blogger for 15 years Sarah helps the home cook prepare her recipes with professional results.
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