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Zesty Lemonade Puppy Chow: Best Easy Summer Snack

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A bright, tangy, and sweet no-bake snack mix made with Rice Chex cereal, white chocolate, and lemonade mix. Perfect for summer entertaining, this easy puppy chow variation is a crowd-pleaser that comes together in about 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 9 cups Rice Chex cereal (or any crispy rice cereal)
  • 12 ounces white chocolate chips or vanilla almond bark
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup powdered lemonade mix (unsweetened)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons powdered lemonade mix (for coating)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. Measure out 9 cups of Rice Chex cereal into your largest mixing bowl. Zest the lemon.
  2. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine 12 ounces white chocolate chips and 1/4 cup unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until completely smooth (about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes).
  3. Stir in 1/4 cup powdered lemonade mix, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. Pour the warm lemon-white chocolate mixture over the cereal. Gently fold with a spatula until every piece is evenly coated.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons powdered lemonade mix, and a pinch of salt. Transfer to a large resealable plastic bag.
  6. Working in batches (about 3 cups at a time), transfer coated cereal to the bag. Seal and shake vigorously until every piece is coated.
  7. Spread coated cereal onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Let sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes to set.
  8. Gently break apart any clusters. Transfer to a serving bowl or store in an airtight container.

Notes

Don’t skip the butter; it helps the coating stay creamy. Work in batches for the shaking step. Let the coating cool slightly before shaking to prevent the sugar from melting. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For make-ahead, prepare the base-coated cereal without powdered sugar up to three days in advance, then add the powdered coating the day of serving.

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Keywords: puppy chow, muddy buddies, lemonade, summer snack, no-bake, easy snack, party mix

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