Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow
A fast and nostalgic no-bake snack that tastes just like strawberry shortcake, this puppy chow features crunchy Rice Chex coated in creamy white chocolate and strawberry flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 cups Rice Chex cereal Use plain Rice Chex for best flavor.
- 1 cup White chocolate Good-quality white chocolate chips or bars recommended.
- 1 cup Strawberry cake mix Use high-quality cake mix for better flavor.
- 1 cup Powdered sugar Lightens the mix and adds classic dusting.
- 2 cups Strawberries (dried or fresh) Use dried for stability; fresh must be added just before serving.
- 2 tablespoons Butter Helps smooth the white chocolate mixture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the white chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-30 second bursts, stirring in between until smooth.
- Transfer the Rice Chex to a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the melted white chocolate and butter over the cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
Dusting
- Place the coated cereal into a resealable plastic bag with the strawberry cake mix and powdered sugar. Seal and shake until evenly dusted.
Finish
- Chop fresh strawberries or crumble dried strawberries and fold them into the coated cereal.
- Spread the puppy chow on parchment to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For storing, keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate if using fresh strawberries for a week. Flash-freeze for up to 3 months for long-term storage.