Description

Lemonade Puppy Chow is a bright, refreshing twist on the classic sweet snack, combining crisp rice cereal squares with a luscious lemon-infused white chocolate coating. Perfect for summer gatherings or an anytime treat, this easy no-bake recipe features zesty lemon juice, fresh lemon zest, and a hint of vanilla, all dusted generously with powdered sugar and lemon pudding mix for an irresistible tangy sweetness.

Ingredients

Scale

Base:

6 cups rice cereal squares

Lemon White Chocolate Coating:

1 cup white chocolate chips
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon pudding mix, dry

Coating:

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

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Instructions

Prepare the cereal base: Place the 6 cups of rice cereal squares into a large mixing bowl and set aside to keep ready for coating.
Melt the chocolate mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of white chocolate chips and 1/4 cup of unsalted butter. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
Add lemon flavorings: Stir in 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of dry lemon pudding mix into the melted white chocolate mixture until all ingredients are well combined.
Coat the cereal: Pour the lemon chocolate mixture over the rice cereal. Gently toss with a spatula or spoon until every piece is evenly coated in the lemony white chocolate.
Apply powdered sugar coating: Add the 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar to the bowl, then cover and shake gently to coat all the cereal pieces thoroughly with the powdered sugar mixture.
Set and serve: Spread the coated puppy chow onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow it to set at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving. This helps the coating firm up slightly for the perfect texture.

Notes

For a stronger lemon flavor, you can add extra lemon zest to the powdered sugar before coating.
Store the puppy chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
This snack is best enjoyed fresh and dry to preserve the crisp texture.