is a fun and delicious twist on the classic puppy chow, featuring sweet vanilla and strawberry flavors coated in a crunchy cereal mix. Perfect for parties, snacking, or a unique dessert, this no-bake treat combines powdered sugar, white chocolate, and freeze-dried strawberries for a fruity, irresistible bite!
10cupsabout 1.2 lbs of rice cereal squares (such as Chex)
1 ½cups0.75 lbs of white chocolate chips
½cup0.25 lbs of vanilla cake mix
1cup0.5 lbs of powdered sugar
1cup0.25 lbs of crushed freeze-dried strawberries
¼cup0.12 lbs of unsalted butter
**½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and butter in 20-second intervals, stirring after each until smooth. Once melted, mix in the vanilla extract.
Coat the Cereal: Place the rice cereal squares in a large mixing bowl and pour the melted white chocolate mixture over them. Gently stir until all pieces are evenly coated.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the powdered sugar, vanilla cake mix, and crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
Toss to Coat: Transfer the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag or a container with a tight lid. Add the powdered sugar mixture, seal the bag, and shake well until the cereal is fully coated.
Cool and Serve: Spread the coated cereal on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let it sit until completely dry before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.