Description
A refreshing twist on classic puppy chow, this snack features crispy rice cereal coated in creamy white chocolate, lemon extract, and a dusting of powdered sugar and lemonade mix.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 cups rice cereal (Chex or similar)
- 1½ cups white chocolate chips
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional but recommended)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons powdered lemonade mix
Instructions
- Prepare the Cereal: Measure out 9 cups of rice cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- Melt the Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1½ cups of white chocolate chips and ½ cup of unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
- Flavor the Glaze: Stir in 1 teaspoon of lemon extract and the zest of 1 lemon (optional) into the melted mixture until fragrant.
- Coat the Cereal: Pour the lemony glaze over the cereal and gently fold until all pieces are coated.
- Add the Sugar Coating: Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag, add 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of powdered lemonade mix, seal, and shake until evenly coated.
- Set and Cool: Spread the mix onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and let it dry at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy: Break apart any clusters and scoop into bowls or snack bags.
Notes
This snack is perfect for summer gatherings and can be customized with various mix-ins like freeze-dried fruit or sprinkles. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week at room temperature, or refrigerate for 10–14 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg