Description
A quick, no-bake snack that combines the nostalgic flavors of strawberry shortcake with a crunchy, sweet cereal mix.
Ingredients
Core Ingredients
- 5 cups Chex cereal (Rice Chex is recommended) (Choose a cereal that stays crunchy.)
- 1 cup White chocolate chips or baking bars (Melt for coating.)
- 1 cup Freeze-dried strawberries or strawberry powder (For flavor and coating.)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar (For coating.)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional) (Enhances the shortcake flavor.)
- 1 tablespoon Butter or coconut oil (A little for smoother melting.)
- 1 pinch Salt (Balances sweetness.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Measure chex cereal into a very large bowl to leave room for folding.
- Melt white chocolate with butter or coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, microwaving in 20-30 second bursts and stirring until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to the melted chocolate.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the cereal and gently fold until fully coated.
- Let it sit for about 5 minutes to cool slightly before coating with powdered sugar.
Coating
- In a separate bag, combine powdered sugar and crushed freeze-dried strawberries (or strawberry powder).
- Add half the coated cereal to the bag with the sugar mix, seal it, and shake gently to coat.
- Repeat with the second half of the cereal and then combine everything in a bowl, adding more powdered sugar if needed.
Notes
For best texture, allow puppy chow to cool completely before storing in an airtight container. It stays fresh for 4-5 days. You can also make ahead for events, the flavors get better after sitting for a few hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Cuisine: American