Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow Recipe

Directions

1. Prepare the Cereal
   1. In a large mixing bowl, pour in the 5 cups of Rice Chex cereal and set aside. Make sure the cereal is evenly distributed in the bowl for easy coating later.
2. Melt the White Chocolate Mixture
   1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted, about 1-2 minutes total.
   2. Once melted, stir in the teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
3. Coat the Cereal
   1. Pour the melted white chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal. Use a spatula to gently toss and coat the cereal evenly, making sure each piece is covered with the creamy chocolate mixture.
4. Mix the Powdered Sugar and Strawberry Jello
   1. In a separate bowl, combine the strawberry jello mix and powdered sugar. Stir until the mixture is well combined and free of lumps.
5. Coat the Cereal in the Sugar Mixture
   1. Transfer the coated cereal into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the strawberry jello and powdered sugar mixture into the bag.
   2. Seal the bag tightly and shake it vigorously until the cereal is completely coated in the jello and sugar mixture. Make sure all the pieces are evenly covered.
6. Cool and Set
   1. Spread the coated cereal on a baking sheet in an even layer to allow it to cool and harden. This will only take about 10-15 minutes, depending on the room temperature.
7. Optional Garnish
   1. If desired, sprinkle the crushed freeze-dried strawberries on top of the cooled cereal for an extra burst of flavor and a beautiful presentation.
8. Store and Serve
   1. Once the Puppy Chow has cooled and hardened, transfer it to an airtight container for storage. Enjoy this treat immediately or store for up to a week.
      

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