Lemonade Puppy Chow Snack (Printable)
Zesty white chocolate cereal squares coated in lemon and powdered sugar for a refreshing sweet treat.
# What You 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)
# Steps:
01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment or wax paper and set aside.
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 mixture onto the prepared baking sheet to cool and set for about 10 minutes before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Ready in 15 minutes but tastes like you fussed over it for hours
- The perfect balance of sweet and tart that keeps everyone coming back for more
02 -
- Microwaving white chocolate requires patience, it will seize and turn grainy if you rush it
- The coating needs to cool completely before storing or it will clump together
03 -
- Room temperature cereal works better than cold straight from the pantry
- Double the lemonade powder if you want an extra tangy kick