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Easy Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow Recipe

Easy Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow Recipe
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This Easy Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow is a delightful and simple snack that combines crispy cereal coated in white chocolate and a sweet strawberry powdered sugar blend. Perfect for a quick treat or party snack, it offers a burst of fruity flavor with every crunchy bite.

Ingredients

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Strawberry Powder

  • 1 ounce package freeze-dried strawberries

Cereal Mix

  • 4 cups rice or corn Chex mix cereal

Coating

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup icing sugar (powdered sugar)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Strawberry Powder: Place freeze-dried strawberries into a food processor and chop until they become a fine powder. For convenience, pre-packaged dried strawberry powder can be used. Ensure the powder is evenly processed to achieve a smooth and consistent texture.
  2. Mix Strawberry Powder with Sugar: Combine the freshly made strawberry powder with powdered sugar in a bowl, mixing until the color and texture are uniform throughout. Pour this sweet powder blend into a 1-gallon freezer bag and seal tightly. Set aside for later use.
  3. Melt and Coat Cereal with White Chocolate: Melt white chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring after each interval to prevent burning. Once melted completely, fold the white chocolate into a large bowl of cereal, stirring gently to coat each piece thoroughly while keeping the cereal intact.
  4. Toss Cereal with Strawberry-Sugar Mix: Transfer the white chocolate-coated cereal into the sealed freezer bag containing the strawberry-sugar powder. Seal the bag and gently toss to evenly coat all cereal pieces with the strawberry mixture, being careful not to crush the cereal.
  5. Set and Store the Cereal Mix: Spread the coated cereal evenly on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the chocolate to set firmly. After setting, store the puppy chow in an airtight container to keep it fresh and enjoy as a sweet, crunchy snack whenever desired.

Notes

  • For a quicker preparation, substitute homemade strawberry powder with store-bought dried strawberry powder.
  • Use rice or corn Chex cereal depending on personal preference; both work well as a base.
  • To prevent the white chocolate from scorching, ensure you stir thoroughly during microwave melting intervals.
  • Handle coated cereal gently during tossing to avoid crushing the pieces.
  • Store the snack in an airtight container to maintain crispness and flavor for up to one week.

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Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake, Puppy Chow, White Chocolate, Snack, Chex Mix, Strawberry Powder

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