Puppy Chow Popcorn at a Glance
Chex mix smothered in chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar — yeah, who wouldn't be obsessed with puppy chow? We love it too. We just swapped the Chex for popcorn.
Popcorn takes the coating just as well, but it's lighter than Chex's dense bite. The texture might throw you off at first, but after a few handfuls, puppy chow popcorn will leave you completely hooked. Plus making it in your Popper means you start with the perfect base every time!
Let’s get right to it:
Puppy Chow Popcorn Ingredients
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½ cup popcorn kernels
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2 tablespoons coconut oil
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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½ cup creamy peanut butter
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¼ cup butter
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1½ cups powdered sugar
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¼ teaspoon salt
Puppy Chow Popcorn Directions
Step 1: Heat
Set your stove to medium heat and let your Popsmith preheat for 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 2: Add Oil and Kernels
Pour oil into the Popper and toss in 3 kernels. When the first kernel pops, add the remaining and cover the lid.
Step 3: Turn
Turn your Popsmith’s crank clockwise as the kernels pop to prevent burning.
Step 4: Remove
When popping slows to 1-2 seconds between pops, take the Popper off the heat and remove the lid to let steam escape.
Step 5: Make Puppy Chow Popcorn Coating
Melt butter, chocolate chips, and peanut butter in 30-second microwave intervals. Then stir in vanilla extract and salt till smooth.
Step 6: Combine
Gradually drizzle the chocolate-peanut butter mixture over your popcorn in a large mixing bowl, stirring gently with a spatula between additions. Then sift powdered sugar over the popcorn.
Step 7: Set
Spread your popcorn on parchment paper and let set.
Step 8: Serve
Break the puppy chow popcorn into clusters, then pour it into a large bowl and enjoy!
More Popcorn Puppy Chow Tips
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If you want the popcorn to set faster, keep it in the fridge for a few minutes.
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Use dark chocolate instead of milk for a less sweeter version of this popcorn.
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Work in batches instead of trying to cover all the popcorn at once. You get a more even coating this way.
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Store any leftover popcorn in an airtight container and eat within 5 days (if it lasts that long).
Worth the Powdery Fingers
Will your fingers be dusted in powdered sugar by the second handful? Yes. But will it be completely worth it? Also yes. You'll lick your fingers clean before you even think to reach for a napkin, then go right back in for more. This one's already earning a permanent spot in our movie night rotation.
Want more popcorn recipes? Check out our blog for inspiration. You’ll see everything from making kettle corn to creating the ultimate popcorn bar.
