Description
Lemon Puppy Chow is a bright, citrusy twist on the classic snack mix made with Chex cereal, white chocolate, lemon zest, and powdered sugar. It’s a quick, no-bake treat perfect for parties or snacking.
Ingredients
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- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Place Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture.
- Pour the mixture over the cereal and gently fold until all the cereal is evenly coated.
- Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag and add the powdered sugar.
- Seal the bag and shake well until all the pieces are coated in powdered sugar.
- Spread the mixture out on a baking sheet to cool and set for 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Use lemon extract for a more intense lemon flavor if desired.
- Can be made ahead for parties or gifting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg