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Hot Cocoa Puppy Chow

A festive and cozy twist on classic Puppy Chow, this Hot Cocoa version is loaded with melted chocolate, Nutella, mini marshmallows, and pretzels, then tossed in two irresistible powdered sugar coatings—cocoa-dusted and cinnamon-marshmallow. A fast, fun, no-bake treat perfect for holidays, gifting, parties, or anytime you crave a sweet, crunchy snack.
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Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 10 minute recipe, chocolate marshmallow recipe, chocolate recipe, easy recipe, hot cocoa muddy buddies, muddy buddies, no bake dessert, no cake recipes, puppy chow recipe, sweet snack recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 10 servings

Ingredients

Chex Mix Base

  • 3 tbsp salted butter or unsalted with 1/2 tsp salt added
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup Nutella
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 cups plain corn Chex
  • 1 cup mini pretzels

Powdered Sugar Mixes (divide into 2 bowls/baggies)—

Bowl/baggy 1:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder

Bowl/baggy 2:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ cup mini dried marshmallows
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon powder

Instructions

  • In a large pot over low heat, melt the butter. Add mini marshmallows and stir until mostly melted. Add chocolate chips, remove from heat, and keep stirring until smooth. Mix in Nutella and salt.
  • Immediately add the Chex and mini pretzels to the pot and gently fold until fully coated.

Divide & Shake:

  • Divide the mixture in half. Place each half into a separate large bag or bowl.
  • Coat one half in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder mixture. Toss or shake until evenly coated.
  • Coat the second half in the powdered sugar, mini dried marshmallows, and cinnamon mixture.
Toss or shake until evenly coated.
  • Let sit for a few minutes to set, toss both halves together, then enjoy!