Strawberry Shortcake Puppy Chow – A Sweet, Crunchy & Irresistible Snack! πŸ“πŸ«


 

1. Melt the Chocolate

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

2. Coat the Cereal

  • In a large bowl, pour melted chocolate over Chex cereal.

  • Gently toss until evenly coated (use a spatula to avoid breaking cereal).

3. Add the Strawberry Mix

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together strawberry cake mix and powdered sugar.

  • Sprinkle over the coated cereal and toss again.

4. Optional: Add Crunch & Color

  • Mix in crushed freeze-dried strawberries, sprinkles, or marshmallows (if using).

5. Let Set & Serve

  • Spread on parchment paper to cool and dry (~15 mins).

  • Store in an airtight container (if it lasts that long!).


Pro Tips for the Best Puppy Chow

πŸ“ Use freeze-dried strawberries – Intensifies the strawberry flavor.
🍫 Don’t overheat chocolate – Melts best at low heat.
πŸŒ€ Toss gently – Prevents cereal from crumbling.
🎁 Package in cute bags – Makes great edible gifts!


FAQs

❓ Can I use regular strawberry powder instead of cake mix?

Yes, but add 1 extra tbsp powdered sugar for sweetness.

❓ How long does this stay fresh?

  • Room temp: 1 week (in an airtight container).

  • Fridge: 2 weeks (for extra crunch).

❓ Can I make this gluten-free?

Use GF Chex cereal and certified GF cake mix.

❓ Why is my puppy chow soggy?

Too much chocolate or not drying properly—spread it thin to cool.

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