Description
Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow is a delightful, no-bake sweet snack combining crispy Rice Chex cereal with a luscious white chocolate coating infused with strawberry cake mix and powdered sugar. Finished with optional crushed freeze-dried strawberries for an extra fruity twist, this treat is perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Cereal Base
- 5 cups Rice Chex cereal
Coating
- 1 1/2 cups strawberry cake mix
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Topping
- 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
Instructions
- Prepare Cereal: In a large mixing bowl, pour in the 5 cups of Rice Chex cereal and set aside to keep it ready for coating.
- Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips and 1/4 cup butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each session, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. Then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Coat Cereal: Pour the melted white chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal. Gently toss the cereal to ensure each piece is evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups strawberry cake mix with 1 cup powdered sugar, blending them together thoroughly.
- Coat with Dry Mix: Transfer the coated cereal into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the strawberry cake mix and powdered sugar mixture to the bag, seal it tightly, and shake vigorously until the cereal pieces are fully coated with the dry mixture.
- Cool and Add Topping: Spread the coated cereal evenly on a baking sheet to cool and allow the coating to harden. Sprinkle 1 cup of crushed freeze-dried strawberries on top for an optional extra strawberry flavor boost.
- Store and Serve: Once completely cooled, transfer the Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow into an airtight container to maintain freshness. Enjoy as a sweet, crunchy treat anytime.
Notes
- You can substitute the strawberry cake mix with any other flavor cake mix to customize the treat.
- Ensure that the white chocolate chips and butter are melted gently to avoid burning the chocolate.
- Freeze-dried strawberries add extra flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
- For crunchier texture, spread the coated cereal in a single layer before cooling.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
