Description
Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow is a delightful and easy no-bake treat featuring crispy Rice Chex cereal coated in a luscious white chocolate and butter mixture, then tossed with strawberry cake mix and powdered sugar for a sweet, tangy twist. Enhanced with vanilla extract and optional crushed freeze-dried strawberries, this snack offers a perfect balance of creamy sweetness and fruity flavor, ideal for parties, snack time, or gift-giving.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 5 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 1/2 cups strawberry cake mix
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Cereal: In a large mixing bowl, pour the Rice Chex cereal and set it aside for coating later.
- Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and butter. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. Then, stir in the vanilla extract to infuse flavor.
- Coat Cereal: Pour the melted white chocolate and butter mixture over the Rice Chex cereal. Gently toss the cereal with a spatula or spoon to ensure each piece is evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
- Mix Dry Coating: In a separate bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix and powdered sugar thoroughly to create a flavorful dry coating mix.
- Coat with Dry Mix: Transfer the chocolate-coated cereal into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the strawberry cake mix and powdered sugar mixture into the bag. Seal it tightly and shake vigorously until every piece of cereal is fully coated with the dry mixture.
- Cool and Add Toppings: Spread the coated cereal evenly on a baking sheet to allow it to cool and the coating to harden. For an added burst of strawberry flavor and texture, sprinkle the crushed freeze-dried strawberries on top while it’s still warm.
- Store and Serve: Once cooled completely, transfer the Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow into an airtight container to maintain freshness. Enjoy as a sweet snack or party treat.
Notes
- Use high-quality white chocolate chips for the best flavor and smooth coating.
- Shake gently when coating with the dry mix to avoid breaking the cereal.
- Freeze-dried strawberries add extra texture and flavor but are optional.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- This recipe does not require baking, making it quick and easy to prepare.
