Lemonade Puppy Chow Snack Mix (Printable)

Zesty white chocolate and lemon coated cereal snack with powdered sugar.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 6 cups rice cereal squares

→ Coating

02 - 1 cup white chocolate chips
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
05 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest

→ Powdered Mix

06 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
07 - 1/4 cup instant lemonade drink mix

# How to Make It:

01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment or wax paper and set aside for later use.
02 - Pour the rice cereal squares into a large mixing bowl, ensuring plenty of space for coating.
03 - Combine white chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each interval, until completely smooth and melted, approximately 1 to 1 1/2 minutes total.
04 - Stir fresh lemon juice and lemon zest into the melted chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
05 - Pour the melted lemon-white chocolate mixture over the cereal. Gently fold with a spatula, ensuring all cereal pieces are evenly coated with the mixture.
06 - In a large zip-top bag, combine powdered sugar and instant lemonade drink mix. Seal and shake to blend evenly.
07 - Add the coated cereal to the bag with the powdered mixture. Seal tightly and shake vigorously until all cereal pieces are thoroughly coated with the lemon-sugar blend.
08 - Spread the completed puppy chow onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Allow to cool and set for approximately 10 minutes before serving.
09 - Transfer to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 5 days for optimal freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The white chocolate and lemon combination creates this dreamy, creamy coating that somehow feels both indulgent and refreshing at the same time
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes flat, making it my go-to when unexpected guests show up or I need something for a last-minute potluck
02 -
  • Don't overheat your white chocolate or it'll seize up into a grainy mess—low and slow with plenty of stirring is the way to go
  • Work relatively quickly once you've poured the chocolate over the cereal, as it starts to set up fast and you want even coverage
03 -
  • Use a really large bowl when coating the cereal with chocolate—the more room you have, the easier it is to coat everything evenly without making a mess
  • If your kitchen is particularly warm, pop the baking sheet in the fridge for five minutes to help the coating set faster

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