Description
Lemon Puppy Chow is a zesty twist on the classic sweet snack mix, made with crispy cereal coated in white chocolate, lemon zest, and powdered sugar. It’s a bright, citrusy treat perfect for spring and summer.
Ingredients
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- 5 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Place Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until melted and smooth.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract into the melted mixture.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the cereal and gently stir to coat evenly.
- Transfer the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag and add powdered sugar.
- Seal the bag and shake until all cereal pieces are fully coated.
- Spread on a baking sheet to cool and dry before serving or storing.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Try using lemon extract for a more intense lemon flavor.
- Can be made ahead for parties or gifting.
- For extra flair, mix in lemon candies or yellow sprinkles once cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg