Description
A sweet, crunchy, and addictive snack mix inspired by strawberry shortcake, made with cereals, white chocolate, and freeze-dried strawberries. Perfect for quick snacks, parties, and picnics.
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Chex Cereal (about 180g)
- 3 cups Strawberry Cereal (like Strawberry Cheerios or Fruity Pebbles) (about 90g)
- 1 ½ cups White Chocolate Chips (270g)
- ½ cup Freeze-Dried Strawberries (15g) (optional but recommended)
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar (120g)
- 4 tablespoons Butter (60g)
- 1 teaspoon Strawberry Extract
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Pinch of Salt
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Measure out Rice Chex and strawberry cereal, and set aside. Have freeze-dried strawberries ready if using.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well each time, until smooth and glossy.
- Stir in strawberry extract, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt into the melted chocolate mixture.
- Pour both cereals into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the melted chocolate mixture over the cereals.
- Use a wooden spoon or silicone spatula to gently fold everything together, coating every piece without breaking the cereal.
- Sprinkle freeze-dried strawberries over the mix and fold in gently (optional).
- Transfer the coated cereal mix into a large resealable plastic bag or bowl. Add powdered sugar, seal or cover, and shake or toss until evenly dusted.
- Spread the puppy chow out on the prepared baking sheet to cool and set for about 15 minutes before serving or storing.
Notes
[‘Use freeze-dried strawberries for best crunch and flavor; fresh strawberries will make the mix soggy.’, ‘If white chocolate mixture thickens before coating all cereal, microwave for 10 seconds and stir to loosen.’, ‘Shake powdered sugar in a bag for even coating and less mess.’, ‘Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain crunch.’, ‘If mix softens, warm in a 250°F (120°C) oven for 5 minutes to crisp up.’, ‘For vegan version, use dairy-free white chocolate and vegan butter substitutes.’, ‘Add mix-ins like mini marshmallows or nuts after coating and before powdered sugar step.’, ‘If coating feels sticky, dust lightly with cornstarch mixed with powdered sugar.’]
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/12th of the
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 80
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: puppy chow, strawberry shortcake, snack mix, crunchy snack, white chocolate, strawberry cereal, easy snack