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Irresistibly Easy Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow Delight Recipe

4.9 from 149 reviews

This Irresistibly Easy Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow Delight is a sweet, crunchy treat combining vibrant strawberry flavor, creamy white chocolate, and crispy cereal. Perfect for snacking or sharing, this no-bake recipe delivers a delightful strawberry twist on a classic Puppy Chow, with a beautiful pink hue and luscious texture.

Ingredients

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Strawberry Powder Mix

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries or dried strawberry powder
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Cereal Mix

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 6 cups Rice Chex or Corn Chex cereal

Instructions

  1. Prepare Strawberry Powder: Pulse fresh strawberries in a food processor until you have a fine powder, or alternatively, use pre-packaged dried strawberry powder to save time.
  2. Mix Strawberry Powder and Sugar: In a bowl, combine the freshly made or purchased strawberry powder with powdered sugar. Stir thoroughly until the mixture turns a uniform, vibrant pink color.
  3. Prepare Coating Bag: Pour the strawberry-sugar mixture into a 1-gallon freezer bag, seal it securely, and set it aside for later use.
  4. Melt White Chocolate: Place white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and melt them in 30-second intervals, stirring well between bursts until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  5. Combine Chocolate and Cereal: Gently fold the melted white chocolate into a large bowl filled with the Chex cereal, carefully ensuring that each piece is evenly coated without breaking the cereal.
  6. Add Coating Mixture: Transfer the chocolate-coated cereal into the sealed bag containing the strawberry-sugar powder and seal it tightly.
  7. Toss to Coat: Gently shake or toss the bag so that the cereal is evenly coated with the strawberry powder mixture while preserving the crunch of the cereal pieces.
  8. Set on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated cereal mixture out evenly on a baking sheet to prevent clumping.
  9. Chill to Set: Refrigerate the spread-out mixture for 15 minutes to allow the white chocolate to firm up and set the coating.
  10. Store Properly: Once the coating has set, transfer the Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow into an airtight container to keep it fresh until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Using dried strawberry powder speeds up the process and intensifies the strawberry flavor.
  • Be gentle when folding the melted chocolate with the cereal to keep cereal pieces intact.
  • Refrigeration helps the white chocolate coating harden for better texture and easier storage.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • Rice Chex or Corn Chex both provide a crispy texture; choose based on preference.

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