Keto Puppy Chow (aka Keto Muddy Buddies)

Whether you call the recipe Puppy Chow, Muddy Buddies, or “that really amazing stuff with peanut butter, chocolate, and powdered sugar,” you will go CRAZY over this Keto Puppy Chow dessert recipe. It has all the incredible flavors of the original recipe with only 3 grams of net carbs per serving!

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Keto Puppy Chow

Prediction: this recipe is going to change your life.

Maybe that sounds a little dramatic, but I am absolutely certain it’s a recipe that is going to become a dietary staple for keto dieters around the world. It is THAT good. When you have a recipe like this in your life, you say to yourself, “Yep, I can do this keto thing.”

I even tested this Keto Candy on a few folks who aren’t on the keto diet. There were a lot of OH MY GODs and various (happy) curse words that I probably shouldn’t repeat on this blog. 😉 The batch I made was gone in about two seconds… and I’ve literally thought about it every day since.

I am sure you figured out from the title that this recipe is a keto copycat version of the oh-so-delicious Muddy Buddies™ / Puppy Chow / Monkey Munch / Muddy Munch / Reindeer Chow (it has so many names!) recipe. If you have no idea what I’m talking about, all you need to know is chocolate, peanut butter, Chex cereal, and powdered sugar. (And rest assured, this is not a dog food recipe!)

Obviously, cereal and powdered sugar are a no-no on the keto diet. But don’t worry, friends… I’ve got you covered. I made a version that is low in carbs and is darn close to the original texture. (Personally, I think this version is even better than the “real” thing!)

Why You’ll Love This Keto Puppy Chow Recipe

• It tastes JUST like the original!
• It’s ready in just under an hour.
• It will satisfy your sweets and chocolate cravings all in one serving.

Note: Do NOT feed this recipe to your dogs. It is suitable for humans only!

Ingredients Needed for Puppy Chow Healthy

Ingredient quantities for keto muddy buddies are located in the recipe card at the end of the post.

• Almond flour
• Unsweetened macaroon coconut or unsweetened coconut that has been processed to a fine texture
• Stevia
• Swerve Confectioners
• Coconut oil
• Vanilla extract
• Large eggs
• Unsweetened peanut butter – if you happen to live near a Kroger, I recommend Kroger Natural Creamy Peanut Butter
• Butter
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How to Make Keto Puppy Chow {Quick Overview}

This is just a quick overview of how to make this low carb puppy chow dessert. For the recipe in detail, scroll to the recipe card at the end of the post.

There are two steps to this recipe: 1) making the keto copycat Chex cereal and then 2) making the actual Keto Muddy Buddies. The cereal doesn’t take long to make, and it’s actually a stellar recipe on its own. Try it in a bowl of unsweetened vanilla almond milk with a bit of stevia for a delicious keto breakfast or snack!

Start by Making the Keto Cereal…

Step #1: Preheat oven. Then combine dry cereal ingredients in a bowl, then add wet cereal ingredients. Mix well. This will be a thick, sticky batter.

Step #2: Spread cereal batter onto a non-stick cookie sheet. I highly recommend using a silicone baking mat on your cookie sheet for best results.

TIP: Try to spread out the batter as thin as possible and as evenly as possible, but it’s not going to be perfect (see the photo above for my imperfect batter thickness). The thinner it is, the crunchier the cereal will be. Trust me when I say you won’t care if it’s not as crunchy as Chex when it’s coated with peanut butter, chocolate, and Swerve powdered “sugar.” 🙂

Step #3:  Put your cookie sheet in the oven for 9-12 minutes.

Step #4: Remove cookie sheet from oven. Carefully flip over your “mat” of cereal and let it cool for a minute or two.

Step #5: Using a sharp knife (or even kitchen shears), cut your cereal mat into thin strips. Then, cut the thin strips into small, Chex-sized pieces.

Step #6: Place your cookie sheet back into the oven and cook for 10 minutes.

Step #7: Remove cookie sheet from the oven and make sure your cereal is cooked enough. Note that it will firm up a bit after it cools down, so don’t overcook (or burn) it. If it needs a bit more time, return it to the oven for a minute or two.

Your cereal is ready! Again, this can be enjoyed as-is. It has a nice sweetness to it and makes for a great breakfast or snack.

Then Make the Keto Muddy Buddies…

Step #1: Add the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter to a large, microwave-safe bowl.

Step #2: Microwave the mixture on high for one minute, then stir in vanilla extract. Continue to stir until the mixture is evenly melted and no lumps remain.

Step #3: Combine mixture and cereal and stir until each piece of cereal is evenly coated.

Step #4: Add the coated cereal to a 1-gallon Ziploc bag.

Step #5: Add Swerve to bag, zip the bag closed, and shake until the cereal has been sufficiently coated with Swerve.

Step #6: Open the bag and place the cereal on a non-stick cookie sheet. Chill the Keto Puppy Chow for at least 15 minutes before serving.

TIP: Swerve dissolves a bit more than regular powdered sugar, so these aren’t as white as the original recipe, but the flavor is 100% spot-on. If you really want that traditional coloring, you could dust a light coating of Swerve on them right before they’re fully set.

Step #7: Dig in and ENJOY!

For more amazing keto recipes, you could give my keto White Chocolate Mousse or Spinach Chips a try.

Keto Puppy Chow Without Coconut

If you would prefer to make this recipe without coconut, here is the alternative recipe for the cereal:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1 1/8 tsp stevia
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs

Servings in Keto Muddy Buddies

This recipe yields 15 servings, each of which is about 1/3 cup. (For most accurate results, weigh the whole recipe and divide it by 15 to get the perfect serving size.)

Each serving is 3g net carbs, as noted below. I assure you that 1/3 cup is plenty — this stuff is so sweet that you don’t need a lot to be satisfied. However, if you find yourself dying for more servings, only 3g net carbs per servings gives you enough wiggle room to have 2 or maybe even 3 servings. No judgment from me. 🙂 As a comparison, regular Puppy Chow is 29g net carbs per serving!

Frequently Asked Questions

How many carbs does Puppy Chow have?

Traditional Puppy Chow contains 29g net carbs per serving. Keto Puppy Chow contains only 3g net carbs per serving!

Why is it called puppy chow?

It’s not known exactly why this popular dessert recipe is called Puppy Chow. It’s commonly known as a Midwestern thing, dating back to at least the 1980s. This article says some places on the internet attribute the recipe to one Elizabeth Cooney, but no one knows who she is.

General Mills created a version of the recipe called Muddy Buddies, which they began marketing en mass in 2010.

What is Puppy Chow made of?

Puppy Chow is traditionally made with:

• Chex and/or Crispix cereal
• Peanut butter
• Chocolate chips
• Powdered sugar
• Butter

Nutrition Facts for Keto Muddy Buddies

Per serving (15 servings):

• 235 calories
• 20g fat
• 6g protein
• 3g net carbs

Keto Desserts

If you enjoy making delicious keto desserts, here are some more very popular favorites:

• Keto Cookies: Including Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies, Keto Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Keto Cookie Dough. Make sure you claim your Choc Zero Coupon discount for the chocolate chips!
•  Keto Chocolate Recipes: Including our mega-favorite chocolaty treat Keto Chocolate Dessert .
• Keto Cheesecake

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Keto Puppy Chow

Keto Puppy Chow is a decadent keto treat that is out-of-this world good with a fraction of the net carbs of regular recipe. Also known as Keto Muddy Buddies.

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Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: Western

Keyword: keto candy, keto dessert, keto puppy chow, puppy chow healthy

Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 23 minutes minutes

Total Time: 48 minutes minutes

Servings: 15

Calories: 235kcal

Ingredients

Keto cereal ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups almond flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened macaroon coconut or unsweetened coconut that has been processed to a fine texture
• 1 tsp stevia
• 2 tbsp coconut oil melted
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs

Keto Muddy Buddies ingredients:

• 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp ChocZero milk chocolate chips
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup plus 1 tbsp unsweetened and unsalted peanut butter
• 2 1/2 tbsp butter
• 1 cup Swerve Confectioners sweetener plus extra for dusting

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Instructions

To make the keto cereal:

• Preheat oven to 375 F.
• Combine the almond flour, coconut, and stevia in a bowl.
• Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix until combined. (The mixture will be thick and sticky.)
• Spread the mixture non-stick cookie sheet or one covered with a silicone baking mat . Spread it as thinly and evenly as possible, but it doesn't have to be perfect.
• Bake for 9-12 minutes, until the cereal is cooked through and the edges begin to lightly brown. Remove the cookie sheet from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
• Flip the cereal "mat" over and then cut it into thin strips using a knife or kitchen shears. Then, cut the thin strips into Chex-cereal sized pieces.
• Put the cookie sheet with the cereal back into the oven for 6-8 minutes, watching the cereal to ensure it doesn’t burn.
• Remove cereal from oven and place in a bowl to cool.

To make the Keto Puppy Chow:

• Add the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter to a large, microwave-safe bowl.
• Microwave the mixture on high for one minute, then stir in vanilla extract. Continue to stir until the mixture is evenly melted and no lumps remain.
• Combine mixture and cereal and stir until each piece of cereal is evenly coated.
• Add the coated cereal to a 1-gallon Ziploc bag.
• Add Swerve to bag, zip the bag closed, and shake until the cereal is sufficiently coated with Swerve.
• Open the bag and place the cereal on a non-stick cookie sheet. Chill the cereal for at least 15 minutes before serving.
• ENJOY! This is the best keto treat you will ever eat. 🙂

Notes

Swerve and net carbs: I didn't include Swerve in the nutrition card because my nutrition card doesn't allow for sugar alcohols. Sugar alcohols have zero impact on blood sugar, so Swerve contains NO net carbs. You can read more about Swerve here.

The reason for the extra chocolate chips and peanut butter is to give the recipe a stronger (aka more delicious) flavor. You can't argue with more chocolate and peanut butter!

Keto Puppy Chow won't be as white as regular Puppy Chow because Swerve dissolves a bit when wet. It will still taste just as sweet as the original! If you really want it to look white, you can give it a quick dusting of additional Swerve right before it fully hardens.

Please do NOT feed this recipe to your dogs! A lot of people call it "puppy chow," but it is not dog food.

Nutrition Facts

Keto Puppy Chow

Amount Per Serving

Calories 235 Calories from Fat 180

% Daily Value*

Fat 20g31%

Saturated Fat 8g50%

Trans Fat 0g

Polyunsaturated Fat 0g

Monounsaturated Fat 0g

Cholesterol 48mg16%

Sodium 63mg3%

Potassium 33mg1%

Carbohydrates 6g2%

Fiber 3g13%

Sugar 0g0%

Protein 6g12%

Vitamin A 125IU3%

Vitamin C 0mg0%

Calcium 31mg3%

Iron 0.7mg4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Disclaimer

Nutrition facts are included as a courtesy only. They are accurate to the best of our knowledge based on the ingredients and brands used, but their accuracy is not guaranteed. If applicable, sugar alcohols have already been removed from the total carb count.