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Healthier Protein Muddy Buddies (Puppy Chow)

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Have a sweet tooth but want something a little more health conscious? I’ve got you! Made with peanut butter and protein powder for extra protein, plus dark chocolate for less added sugar, these high protein muddy buddies are the perfect healthier treat.

Dairy Free Option

To make this recipe dairy free, choose dairy free chocolate chips and a vegan protein powder rather than whey. (Walmart even has an Equate brand vegan protein powder now that’s pretty affordable!)

Healthier Treat

While this recipe is higher protein and lower sugar than many desserts, it is still a treat to be enjoyed in moderation. Make a batch to share with family and friends, or portion out in Ziploc baggies to help with portion control. But above all, enjoy it!

Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Courses:
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 8
Ingredients
  • 1/2 Cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 Cup dark chocolate chips
  • 4 - 4 1/2 Cups rice Chex cereal
  • 1/2 Cup vanilla protein powder
Instructions
  1. 1
    Melt the chocolate.

    Add peanut butter and chocolate chips to a large, microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second increments, stirring each time. Repeat until chocolate is melted.

  2. 2
    Add cereal.

    Next, add the cereal and stir until coated evenly with the chocolate mixture.

  3. 3
    Add protein powder.

    Next, add the protein powder. Stir until cereal is evenly coated. Enjoy! Store in a sealed container for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 234kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Cholesterol 14mg5%
Sodium 208mg9%
Potassium 215mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 23g8%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 7g
Protein 10g20%
Vitamin A 251 mcg
Vitamin C 3 mg
Calcium 127 mg
Iron 5 mg
Vitamin D 0.5 mcg
Vitamin E 2 mg
Vitamin K 1 mcg
Thiamin 0.221 mg
Riboflavin 0.268 mg
Niacin 5 mg
Vitamin B6 0.336 mg
Folate 116 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.786 mcg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: High protein, healthy treat, snack, puppy chow, muddy buddies
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