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Protein Puppy Chow Recipe {High Protein, GF, Naturally Sweetened + Super Simple}

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The classic Puppy Chow recipe gets a healthy, high protein makeover that is also gluten free and naturally sweetened. It’s quick, easy, and great for kids!

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Things that confuse me in life:

  1. Why do the people on road signs (like “school zone” or whatever) NEVER have necks? WHY DO THEIR HEADS FLOAT?
  2. Why do deep dish paleo chocolate chip cookies have to be unhealthy and roasted broccoli has to be healthy?  Eating buttery, sweet goodness > Eating mini trees.
  3. Do dogs think in English or in “dog speak?” Do their thoughts sound like “bark bark, yip yip?”

Sidenote: I have had all of these conversations MULTIPLE times with the Huberoni.

I am starting to think I should check his search history for mental institutions.

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AND FINALLY, also related to dogs:

  1. Why do they call it a PUPPY chow recipe when you’re not even supposed to give dogs chocolate because then they will DIE? <— :O (that’s a shocked face)

What animal hating person was in charge of naming foods THAT DAY? You know what I am SAYIN?

Probably not.  I wouldn’t expect much else.

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Sidenote, the sequel:  I’m trying to ponder how I can make Mr. FFF go to IHOP for gluten free pancakes tonight for the 2nd time this week.  Unrelated to this puppy chow recipe, yes, but I am just letting you now my thoughts. KEEPIN IT REALZ.

We all know, and L-O-L-O-L-O-L-O-V-E (name that obnoxious-get-stuck-in-your-head-for-all-the-days song!) puppy chow.  You probably grew up stuffing it into your face because it takes about 30 seconds to make, and will totally shut you up, so your mom made it for every single day of your life.

Maybe that was just my mom though. I can’t confirm or deny that I talked A LOT as a kid.

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And, let’s not ask Mr. FFF if that has changed kay? 🙂

Back to puppy chow.

Now that we have established that you have had it in all of its classic good-nosity, have you had it with PROTEIN?

That’s what I thought.

And did you know that protein completely X’s out the chocolate?  That’s what Wikipedia told me.

It doesn’t lie.

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I actually made this protein puppy chow recipe ALL THE EVERS ago, and just kept forgetting to post it.  It was the inspiration for that Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Popcorn AND the Healthy GIngerwe ate awhile back.

But, my friend-a-licious-friends, I promise it was TOTALLY worth ZE WAIT.

I mean, you get a little crunch, crunch, crunch that you can munch, munch, munch and it will keep you full until lunch, lunch, lunch. (?)

It rhymes. Just go with it.

Or if you don’t want to be an easy going human who lets really terrible rhyme-age go, you could just make it and see for yourself.

Better idea.

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P.s  I will forever and ever spell rhyme wrong.  Thanks spell check.

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Protein Puppy Chow

The classic Puppy Chow recipe gets a healthy, high protein makeover that is also gluten free and naturally sweetened. It's quick, easy, and great for kids!

Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword gluten free snacks, high protein snack, kid friendly, protein puppy chow
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 272 kcal
Author Taylor

Ingredients

  • 3 Oz Semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1/4 Cup Natural Peanut Butter
  • 1/4 Cup Honey
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp Coconut oil
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 4 1/2 Cups Honey Nut Chex cereal
  • 2/3 Cup Vanilla protein powder

Instructions

  1. In alarge, microwave safe bowl melt the chocolate, peanut butter, honey and coconut oil. To do this I use 50% power and microwave in 20 second intervals, stirring between each interval, until everything is smooth and melted.
  2. Stir the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture, followed by the Chex cereal. Stir the cereal until each piece is well coated in chocolate.
  3. Place the protein powder into a large, zip-loc bag and then scoop the cereal into the bag. Seal the bag and shake around until the protein powder evenly coats the cereal.
  4. That's it! DEVOUR.

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Nutrition Facts
Protein Puppy Chow
Amount Per Serving
Calories 272 Calories from Fat 95
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10.6g 16%
Saturated Fat 5.1g 26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 13.8mg 5%
Sodium 202mg 8%
Potassium 111mg 3%
Total Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g 11%
Sugars 22.4g
Protein 8.3g 17%
Vitamin A 7.5%
Vitamin C 7.6%
Calcium 36.9%
Iron 40%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
(per lightly heaping 1/2 cup)

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  2. Ha ha that’s a good question, why do those people on road signs never have necks? I’m loving this puppy chow, Taylor! It’s my absolute weakness because it’s so darn addicting. I love that this version is filled with protein, makes me feel a little better about eating the whole bowl! Pinned!

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    • RIGHT? I am glad I am not the only one that it confused!
      Exactly. Protein = cancels out ALL the calories 😉 Thanks Gayle!

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  3. I’ve actually always wondered why they call it puppy chow….. I “wonder” for 5 mins and then declare “who cares” and start shoving my face with it. Love the addition of protein powder! I can definitely get on board with healthier puppy chow.

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  4. Totally called puppy chow a “snack” when growing up instead of a “treat.” My friends and I made it all the time. Shaking the bag was our favorite part. I haven’t made the stuff in years but I can still taste it when I think about it. Sooooo good.

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    • YAY! I am so glad you like it. My favorite Vanilla protein is by “Gaspari” And it’s called “Myofusion”
      But if I was just making a protein shake you MUST try Body Nutrition because they make Cinnabun, Lemon Meringue Pie and Pumpkin Pie protein powders that are SO FREAKING GOOD!
      Thanks Danielle!

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  10. “Why do they call it PUPPY chow?” Now that’s a legit question Taylor (one I don’t have the answer to though…sorry!)
    BTW I’m loving this grown-up, protein-packed, super delish version of puppy chow. Looks so awesome!

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  18. True story – I didn’t have or know about puppy chow till my daughter brought it home the Christmas of 2012. Apparently a friend gave it to her as a gift and when she plopped it down on the kitchen counter, I opened it up and was about to give it to our “puppies” when she screeched “nooooooo” – yup, I was a confused Shashi then!
    I love your lighter version Taylor!

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    • Haha! Well I am glad I am not the only one confused about the whole puppy chow shenanigans! Thanks beautiful, I hope your day is fab!

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  20. lol’ing bc I have SO had that dog-speak conversation with Dave – like, do dogs in Spain only answer to Spanish? In Germany only in German? or do they have a universal code we don’t even know about? seriously sooo funny you said that.

    and this puppy chow – YES. def will fix my sweet tooth while helping me get back on track post-honeymoon (waaayyyy too many pina coladas in tahiti!)

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  23. Hahahahaha!!! Where do you come up with all your rhymes? Funny!!!

    I made peppermint white chocolate puppy chow one time. Then showed someone else how to make it. That was at least 3 years ago. It is crazy to think of naming it like dog food.

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    • I have NO idea, they just come into my head! 😀
      Peppermint white chocolate sounds SO good!! And I am glad you also don’t understand the dog food reference – it is crazy!

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  24. What the what! You have saved the day on my very favorite holiday (okay, okay, ANYTIME) treat! Since it is all protein, it’s totally okay to eat the entire recipe by myself in one sitting, right? I mean, just trying to get my daily recommended intake. 🙂 Thanks for the incredible recipe!

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    • I LOVE that you fessed up to “anytime” because we all know it’s not just for holidays 😉
      That’s right. PERFECTLY ok, especially int he same of getting your daily protein! Ha! Thanks Anna Marie!

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  26. I’ve never had puppy chow, although every time I see a recipe posted for it I think it looks so good. Why haven’t I found some chex and made it yet? Need to get on that! And adding protein powder sounds like a great idea!

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  27. You are so smart- skipping the powdered sugar for protein powder, I bet you can’t even tell! Ok, I am thinking I need to drive down (up, wherever) to your place and get some photography tips, chat about blogging. etc. Ok? 😉

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    • Nope! Looks the same and tastes BETTER!
      AND SERIOUSLY. Can we have a bloggy talk lunch date?! I AM DOWN for real! 😀
      If yes, email me! 😀 and thank you!

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    • Hey, we need 1 g of protein per lb of body weight a day. So you SHOULD eat the whole thing! 😉 Thanks girlfriend!

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    • It does kind of look like it – you’re right! But, I agree…not the most scrumptious of names!
      Thanks so much lady!

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  31. Just made it 5 minutes ago… What an excellent alternative to the sugary goodness we are as kids! My little guy even loves it! I used plain Rice Chex since it was what I had on hand and it turned out great just the same. Thanks for this!

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  33. I found this recipe while searching for high protein, vegetarian snacks for young athletes. My kids and their friends LOVED it. It didn’t even last a day in my house. I’m making a triple batch next time! Thanks for a great recipe! If you have any other high protein snack ideas, I’d love to see them!

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    • Woo hoo! I am so glad they loved it! Yay!
      I have a ton of high protein recipes…this is my ULTIMATE FAVORITE of ALL TIME (Like, I’ve eaten it everyday for 3 years.) It only feeds one, but you could probably make a large batch and freeze it individually…however it’s more time consuming than the chow for sure: http://www.foodfaithfitness.com/high-protein-snack-healthy-almond-joy-cheesecake/ It’s also AMAZING with peanut butter 🙂 Hope you like it if you try it -thanks for letting me know! 😀

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  34. They called it puppy chow because it looked exactly like Purina brand Puppy Chow. General Mills bought Chex cereals from Purina and then Purina merged with Nestle. Somewhere along the way the name on the cereal box recipe changed from Puppy Chow to Muddy Buddies. Whatever you call it, it’s still good. I made it for my children in the 1980s, and it has always been a holiday snack food for our family, along with Chex Mix.

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