Description
A fun, fruity twist on the classic puppy chow (also known as muddy buddies), this Strawberry Shortcake version combines crunchy Rice Chex cereal, creamy white chocolate, strawberry cake mix, and a dusting of powdered sugar. The addition of optional crushed freeze-dried strawberries elevates the flavor, making it a perfect sweet treat for parties, gatherings, or snacking at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 1/2 cups strawberry cake mix
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex cereal and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and butter in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the Rice Chex cereal and gently toss to coat the cereal evenly.
- In a separate bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix and powdered sugar.
- Transfer the coated cereal to a large resealable plastic bag, then add the cake mix and powdered sugar mixture. Seal the bag and shake until the cereal is fully coated.
- Spread the coated cereal on a baking sheet to cool and harden. For an extra strawberry kick, sprinkle the crushed freeze-dried strawberries on top.
- Once cooled, store in an airtight container and enjoy!
Notes
- The freeze-dried strawberries are optional but add a nice extra strawberry flavor.
- If you prefer a stronger chocolate coating, you can add more white chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg