Description
This Fluffy Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow is a sweet, crunchy, and fruity snack that’s perfect for summer parties, movie nights, or a fun dessert to share. Made with Chex cereal, white chocolate, freeze-dried strawberries, and powdered sugar, this quick and easy no-bake treat is irresistibly delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 4 cups Rice or Corn Chex cereal
- 1 (1 oz) package freeze-dried strawberries
- 1/3 cup icing sugar (powdered sugar)
Chocolate Coating:
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Prepare the Coating:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
2. Coat the Cereal:
- Pour the Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the cereal, stirring gently to coat evenly.
3. Add the Sweet Coating:
- In a separate bowl, crush the freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder.
- Mix the strawberry powder with the icing sugar.
- Add the coated cereal to a large ziplock bag or container with a lid.
- Pour in the strawberry-sugar mixture, seal the bag, and shake until fully coated.
4. Serve & Enjoy:
- Spread the puppy chow on a baking sheet to cool and set.
- Once dry, transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy!
Notes
- Make it extra fluffy by adding mini marshmallows to the mix!
- For a stronger strawberry flavor, add ½ tsp strawberry extract to the melted chocolate.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Great for gifting! Package in decorative bags for party favors or holiday treats.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
