Easy Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow Recipe
Easy Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow is a delightful and easy-to-make sweet snack featuring crispy cereal coated with melted white chocolate and a vibrant strawberry powder and icing sugar blend. This recipe combines the crunch of Chex cereal with the creamy sweetness of white chocolate and fruity strawberry flavor, making it a perfect treat for parties, kids, or anytime sweet cravings strike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake, mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Strawberry Powder Mix
- 1 ounce package freeze-dried strawberries (or dried strawberry powder)
- 1/3 cup icing sugar (powdered sugar)
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups rice or corn Chex mix cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberry Powder: Place freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor and pulse until finely ground into a powder. If you have pre-packaged dried strawberry powder, you can skip this step. Make sure the powder is evenly processed for a smooth coating later.
- Mix Strawberry Powder with Sugar: In a bowl, combine the freshly ground strawberry powder with the icing sugar. Stir well until the mixture is uniform in color and texture. Transfer the strawberry-sugar blend into a 1-gallon freezer bag and seal it tightly. Set aside.
- Melt and Coat Cereal with White Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl by heating in 30-second intervals, stirring between intervals to avoid overheating. Once melted and smooth, fold in the Chex cereal gently, taking care not to crush the pieces while ensuring each is coated in chocolate.
- Toss Cereal with Strawberry-Sugar Mix: Pour the chocolate-covered cereal into the freezer bag containing the strawberry-sugar mixture. Seal the bag securely and gently shake or toss it to evenly coat every piece of cereal with the strawberry powder. Be gentle to keep the cereal pieces intact.
- Set and Store the Cereal Mix: Spread the coated puppy chow mixture evenly on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the white chocolate to set properly. Once set, transfer the strawberry shortcake puppy chow into an airtight container to keep it fresh for snacking.
Notes
- Use freeze-dried strawberries for the best flavor and powder consistency.
- White chocolate can be substituted for milk or dark chocolate for variation, but this will alter the strawberry shortcake flavor profile.
- Be gentle when tossing to prevent cereal from breaking.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- This snack is perfect for parties, gift baskets, or a fun homemade treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (about 30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow, Strawberry Puppy Chow, White Chocolate Puppy Chow, Sweet Cereal Snack, No Bake Dessert
