Lemonade Puppy Chow Snack Mix (Printable version)
A refreshing spin on classic puppy chow featuring white chocolate and bright lemon flavors.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 6 cups rice cereal squares (such as Chex)
→ Coating
02 - 1 cup white chocolate chips
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
05 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon)
→ Powdered Mix
06 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
07 - 1/4 cup instant lemonade drink mix (unsweetened)
# Directions:
01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
02 - Place the rice cereal squares in a large mixing bowl.
03 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted (about 1 to 1 1/2 minutes total).
04 - Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest until fully incorporated.
05 - Pour the melted mixture over the cereal. Gently fold with a spatula until all pieces are evenly coated.
06 - In a large zip-top bag, combine powdered sugar and instant lemonade mix.
07 - Add the coated cereal to the bag. Seal and shake vigorously until all pieces are well-coated.
08 - Spread the puppy chow onto the prepared baking sheet to cool and set for about 10 minutes.
09 - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- It captures the nostalgic taste of summer lemonade stand days but in an addictive snackable form
- The white chocolate and lemon combination creates this creamy tart balance that keeps you reaching for just one more handful
02 -
- Work quickly once the chocolate is melted because it starts seizing up faster than you would expect
- The first time I made this, I used a plastic container instead of a bag for shaking and ended up with more sugar on my counter than on the cereal
03 -
- Use room temperature cereal so the chocolate does not seize up and turn grainy when you pour it
- Shake the bag in short bursts rather than one continuous motion for more even coverage