Description
The Zesty Lemonade Puppy Chow is a quick and easy citrus-infused treat, perfect for summer gatherings or as a sweet snack to brighten your day. Made with Rice Chex cereal, white chocolate, lemon zest, and powdered sugar, this recipe delivers a delightful combination of crunch, tang, and sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (freshly grated)
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup lemon-flavored instant pudding mix
Instructions
- Place Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl.
- Microwave white chocolate chips, butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the melted mixture over the cereal and fold gently to coat evenly.
- In a resealable plastic bag, combine powdered sugar and pudding mix. Add the coated cereal, seal, and shake well until evenly coated.
- Spread the puppy chow onto parchment paper and let it cool.
- Serve or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Substitute Rice Chex with Corn Chex or Crispix for a twist.
- Add extra lemon zest for a stronger citrus punch.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Protein: 2g
Keywords: Lemon-flavored puppy chow, lemon dessert snack, lemon Chex mix recipe, tangy snack mix.