Quick Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow
A delightful no-bake snack that combines the classic flavors of strawberry shortcake in a crunchy puppy chow form, ready in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips Can be substituted with dairy-free chocolate for a vegan version.
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup strawberry cake mix
- ½ cup strawberries, chopped Fresh strawberries preferred.
- ¼ cup butter Can be substituted with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
- to taste Sprinkles (optional) For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients and chop the strawberries into small pieces.
Cooking
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and butter. Melt in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth (about 1 to 1.5 minutes).
- Stir in the strawberry cake mix until no lumps remain and the mixture is a lovely pink color.
- Gently fold in the Rice Chex cereal, ensuring every piece is coated without breaking them.
- In a separate bowl or bag, combine the powdered sugar and chopped strawberries.
- Transfer the cereal mixture to the powdered sugar mixture and shake or mix to coat evenly.
Cooling and Serving
- Spread the mixture onto a lined baking sheet to cool for 10-15 minutes.
- If desired, add sprinkles after cooling and gently toss to incorporate.
- Serve in a bowl or package in bags for sharing.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Can be frozen for up to three months.