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Quick Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow

A delightful treat combining crispy cereal with strawberry and white chocolate flavors, perfect for parties or cozy nights in.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, measure out the Rice Chex cereal.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and butter together at 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Pour the melted chocolate over the Rice Chex and gently stir to coat the cereal evenly.

Coating

  • In a separate bag or bowl, crush the freeze-dried strawberries and mix with powdered sugar.
  • Add the powdered sugar and strawberry mixture to the coated cereal, sealing the bag and shaking until well combined.

Cooling

  • Spread the mixture out on a baking sheet to cool before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Enhance flavor with a pinch of salt in melted chocolate, and feel free to experiment with different mix-ins.
Keyword No-Bake Dessert, Party Treat, Puppy Chow, Snack Recipe, Strawberry Shortcake