Description
Strawberry Puppy Chow is a delightful, sweet snack mix featuring cinnamon Chex cereal coated in melted white chocolate and strawberry powder, then dusted with powdered sugar and mixed with festive Valentine’s M&M’s and marshmallows. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for quick snacks, parties, or a fun dessert.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups cinnamon Chex cereal
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, blended
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup Valentine’s M&M’s
- 1/3 cup marshmallows
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chips, melted
Instructions
- Prepare Cereal: In a large mixing bowl, add the cinnamon Chex cereal and set aside to be coated later.
- Melt White Chocolate: Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth and fully melted.
- Coat Cereal: Pour the melted white chocolate over the cinnamon Chex cereal, stirring gently to ensure each piece is evenly coated without breaking the cereal.
- Blend Strawberries: In a separate small bowl, use a blender or food processor to grind the freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder.
- Add Strawberry Powder: Sprinkle the strawberry powder over the chocolate-coated cereal and stir gently to combine the flavors thoroughly.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Sprinkle the powdered sugar over the mixture and stir until the cereal pieces are evenly coated with the powder, giving it a sweet and slightly snowy appearance.
- Mix Add-ins: Gently fold in the Valentine’s M&M’s and marshmallows, distributing them evenly throughout the cereal mix.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature before serving to let the coating set and prevent sticking.
Notes
- To blend freeze-dried strawberries into powder, use a clean spice grinder or high-speed blender for best results.
- Make sure to stir the melted white chocolate frequently while microwaving to avoid burning.
- Store the Strawberry Puppy Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- For a dairy-free variation, substitute white chocolate chips with dairy-free white chocolate alternatives.
