Description
Lemonade Puppy Chow is a bright and tangy twist on the classic snack mix, combining crispy Rice Chex cereal with a luscious white chocolate and lemonade-flavored coating. This easy-to-make treat offers a perfect balance of sweet and citrusy notes, ideal for summertime snacking or parties.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 7 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (use good-quality for best flavor)
- 1 tablespoon lemonade drink mix (powdered)
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside to catch the coated cereal for setting.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the white chocolate chips and unsalted butter, stirring continuously until melted and smooth. This gentle heating ensures the mixture does not scorch.
- Add Lemon Flavors: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice, powdered lemonade drink mix, and lemon zest, mixing well to combine all flavors uniformly.
- Coat the Cereal: Place the Rice Chex cereal in a large bowl. Pour the melted lemon-chocolate mixture over the cereal. Using a spatula or fork, gently toss the cereal to evenly coat every piece without crushing it.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Sift the powdered sugar over the coated cereal. Gently stir to ensure the entire mixture is dusted evenly, preventing clumping and enhancing flavor balance.
- Set the Puppy Chow: Spread the coated cereal mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 10 minutes to allow the coating to set fully.
- Serve: Once set, break apart into clusters and serve immediately or store in an airtight container for freshness.
Notes
- Use good-quality white chocolate for a smoother texture and richer flavor.
- Adjust the amount of lemonade drink mix to your preferred level of tartness.
- Ensure the cereal is fully cooled before storing to maintain crispiness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a stronger lemon flavor, add extra lemon zest or a splash more lemon juice cautiously.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Lemonade Puppy Chow, Lemon Snack Mix, Chex Mix Recipe, White Chocolate Snack, Summer Treat
