dog bones

While the name doesn’t sound very appetizing, it is one of the most delicious sweet snacks I’ve ever tried. It only requires a few ingredients (Chex cereal, peanut butter, chocolate chips, canola oil, and powdered sugar), and it takes no time at all to make. My mom has been making dog bones for as long as I can remember, and she always makes it in the exact same bowl after all these years (I never forget this bowl because it’s extra large and green). Dog bones are easy to make* and a major crowd pleaser. If you are looking for a last minute dessert recipe to whip up for tomorrow, I highly recommend this one.

Happy Thanksgiving! I hope yours are all just perfect. Whether you’re sharing the day with just a few people or a large group, family or friends, enjoy each and every minute. I’m thankful for so much, but at the top of my list would have to be my incredible family, my amazing friends and boyfriend, and each and every one of you. Thank you so much for following the FPTP journey the past many months. It means more to me than you’ll ever know. xo, Julie

*How to make Dog Bones:

1. Pour little less than a full bag of chocolate chips into a dish

2. Lightly coat them in canola oil

3. Melt in the microwave (start with a minute, but do not over-melt)

4. Mix a few large spoonfuls of peanut butter into the melted chocolate and combine together completely

5. Pour Chex into a large bowl

6. Pour chocolate/peanut butter mix on top

7. Stir (VERY) gently so all Chex are coated (VERY gently so the Chex don’t all break apart)

8. Pour enough powdered sugar into the bowl so all the Chex are completely covered. Again, stir VERY gently so they don’t break too much (some broken ones are normal). Keep pouring powdered sugar in until all are coated

9. Transfer into a smaller bowl, leaving behind extra powdered sugar and badly broken pieces in the large bowl

10. Refrigerate until it’s time to eat them

11. Enjoy!

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13 Comments

  1. Alison wrote:

    I love this! But they are too dangerous so when I make it I have to give them away!

    Posted 11.21.12 Reply
  2. Heather wrote:

    Done bones… puppy chow….? Who cares what it’s called – it looks AMAZING 🙂

    XO
    Pearls & Paws

    Posted 11.21.12 Reply
  3. Emily wrote:

    I love this! I’ve always heard it called “Puppy Chow” – but I like “Dog Bones” too. This recipe is great for a little snack at work…the only problem is that everyone else will eat some too!
    Isn’t That Charming.

    Posted 11.21.12 Reply
  4. Alyssa wrote:

    Haha dog bones is such a cute name for thing (I’ve heard puppy chow, too!). All I know is I love these little dessert and I have to make sure I plant myself FAR away from it at parties. Needless to say, I tend to devour the bowl.

    Alyssa
    The Glossy Life

    Posted 11.21.12 Reply
  5. Lauren wrote:

    So delicious. I’ve heard it called “puppy chow” and “white trash” (err, not so PC), but “dog bones” is a new one for me. I like it!

    Fizz and Frosting

    Posted 11.21.12 Reply
  6. Natalie wrote:

    UMMM this looks amazing! http://www.fashionifancy.com

    Posted 11.21.12 Reply
  7. It looks amazing!! Could I change the name?

    Posted 11.21.12 Reply
  8. Elyssa wrote:

    i used to LOVE when your mom made this! i thought u were the only one until i went to college and my friends referred to it as puppy chow. so good and SOOO addicting!

    Posted 11.21.12 Reply
  9. Yum! I’ve never had this, but everyone seems to say it’s amazing so I’ll have to try it! 🙂

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

    Posted 11.21.12 Reply
  10. Zhanna wrote:

    This looks so yummy and so easy to make my two requirements for a great recipe!! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
    XO,
    Zhanna
    http://www.lifeandbows.com

    Posted 11.21.12 Reply
  11. Miranda wrote:

    I may actually try this! I have been looking for a good recipe 🙂

    XX,
    Miranda

    Posted 11.21.12 Reply
  12. yum! these are actually a favorite
    Xo Megan http://www.tfdiaries.com

    Posted 11.22.12 Reply
  13. Valerie wrote:

    Those look absolutely delicious!

    Posted 11.22.12 Reply