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Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow for Sweet Snacking Recipe

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Delicious Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow is a sweet, crunchy snack mix combining Rice Chex cereal, crushed Oreos, white chocolate coating, freeze-dried strawberries, and strawberry cake mix. Perfect for parties or anytime sweet snacking with a bright fruity twist.

Ingredients

Cereal Base

  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal (gluten-free option available)
  • 15 oz Golden Oreos (crushed; can substitute with any favorite cookie)

Sweet Coating

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

Flavor Boost

  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries (avoid fresh strawberries)
  • 1 cup strawberry cake mix (can substitute with vanilla cake mix)

Finishing Touch

  • 1 cup powdered sugar (reduce for 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 aside.
  2. Melt the coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips together with the coconut oil until smooth and combined.
  3. Coat the cereal: Pour the melted white chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal and gently stir to evenly coat all pieces.
  4. Mix dry ingredients: In a Ziploc bag, combine powdered sugar, strawberry cake mix, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, and crushed Oreos.
  5. Combine the coated cereal and dry mix: Transfer the coated cereal into the Ziploc bag, seal tightly, and shake vigorously until the cereal is evenly coated with the dry mixture.
  6. Cooling: Spread the coated cereal mixture onto a baking sheet in a single layer and let it cool for about 15 minutes to set the coating.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free Rice Chex and Oreos to keep the recipe gluten-free.
  • Butter may be substituted for coconut oil for a richer, creamier taste and texture.
  • Freeze-dried strawberries give a concentrated strawberry flavor; fresh strawberries are not recommended as they add moisture.
  • Adjust powdered sugar quantity for preferred level of sweetness.
  • Optional add-ins like mini marshmallows or chopped dried strawberries add texture and variety.
  • Store the finished Puppy Chow in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness.

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