Day 9: Puppy Chow

Not necessarily a cookie, but definitely a favorite snack this time of year. I usually make a large batch of this and freeze it so it lasts awhile!

INGREDIENTS

* 9 cups Chex cereal - any flavor or combo of flavors
* 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
* 1/2 cup peanut butter
* 1/4 cup butter or margarine
* 1 teaspoon vanilla
* 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar


DIRECTIONS:

1. Into large bowl, measure cereal; set aside.
2. In 1-quart microwavable bowl, stir together chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter. Microwave uncovered on High 1 minute; stir. Microwave about 30 seconds longer or until mixture can be stirred smooth. Stir in vanilla. Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated. Pour into 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag.
3. Add powdered sugar. Seal bag; shake until well coated. Spread on waxed paper to cool. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.