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Delicious Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow for Sweet Snacking Recipe

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Delicious Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow is a sweet and crunchy snack featuring Rice Chex cereal coated in white chocolate, strawberry cake mix, and crushed freeze-dried strawberries, perfect for an indulgent treat or party snack.

Ingredients

For the Cereal Base

  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal (use gluten-free if needed)
  • 15 oz Golden Oreos (crushed, can substitute with any favorite cookie)

For the Sweet Coating

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips (sugar-free option available)
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil (butter can be used for a richer flavor)

For the Flavor Boost

  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries (avoid fresh strawberries as they won't work)
  • 1 cup strawberry cake mix (can substitute with vanilla cake mix)

For the Finishing Touch

  • 1 cup powdered sugar (reduce for a less sugary option)

Optional Add-ins

  • Mini marshmallows or chopped dried strawberries

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cereal Base: Pour the Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set it aside.
  2. Melt Sweet Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and coconut oil together until smooth and combined.
  3. Coat the Cereal: Pour the melted white chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal, stirring gently to coat evenly.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a Ziploc bag, combine powdered sugar, strawberry cake mix, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, and crushed Golden Oreos.
  5. Shake to Coat: Transfer the coated cereal into the prepared Ziploc bag, seal tightly, and shake vigorously until the cereal is evenly coated with the dry mixture.
  6. Cool and Set: Spread the coated cereal evenly onto a baking sheet and let it cool and set for about 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free Rice Chex cereal and Golden Oreos to make this snack gluten-free.
  • Butter can replace coconut oil for a richer flavor in the coating.
  • Freeze-dried strawberries are essential for texture; fresh strawberries will not work.
  • Adjust powdered sugar amount to make the snack less sweet if desired.
  • Add mini marshmallows or chopped dried strawberries for extra texture and flavor.
  • Store the puppy chow in an airtight container to keep it fresh and crunchy.

Find it online: https://sweetworldcooks.com/delicious-strawberry-shortcake-puppy-chow-for-sweet-snacking-recipe/