Description
Sweet Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow brings summer vibes to classic snack mix, blending crisp cereal with strawberry essence and powdered sugar. Delightful clusters promise a playful dessert-inspired treat that melts in your mouth with pure indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups Rice Chex or Corn Chex cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 ounce (28 grams) freeze-dried strawberries (or pre-made strawberry powder)
Coating:
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Transform freeze-dried strawberries into a fine, delicate powder using a food processor or blender. Pulse until achieving a consistent, powdery texture.
- Blend the strawberry powder with powdered sugar in a small bowl, ensuring uniform distribution. Transfer the mixture to a large sealable bag or container for later use.
- Select a microwave-safe bowl and melt white chocolate chips in 30-second increments. Stir thoroughly between each interval to prevent burning and achieve a smooth, glossy consistency.
- Gently fold melted white chocolate over Chex cereal in a spacious mixing bowl. Use a rubber spatula to coat each piece evenly without crushing the delicate cereal.
- Immediately transfer chocolate-coated cereal into the prepared strawberry-sugar bag. Seal tightly, removing excess air, and shake vigorously to ensure complete and uniform powder coverage.
- Arrange the coated mixture in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for approximately 15 minutes to solidify the chocolate coating.
- After setting, gently separate any clustered pieces. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, ready to enjoy as a sweet, portable snack.
Notes
- Customize Powder Intensity Adjust the strawberry powder quantity based on desired flavor strength, starting with less and gradually adding more for optimal taste balance.
- Prevent Chocolate Seizing Use room temperature white chocolate and avoid introducing any moisture during melting to maintain smooth, glossy consistency.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation Swap regular Chex cereal with gluten-free Chex variety to make this recipe suitable for individuals with gluten sensitivities.
- Storage Temperature Control Keep puppy chow in cool, dry environment to maintain crisp texture and prevent chocolate from becoming soft or sticky.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg