Description
Lemon Puppy Chow is a bright and zesty twist on the classic snack mix, featuring crispy Rice Chex cereal coated in a buttery lemon mixture and smooth white lemon-flavored candy melts, then dusted with powdered sugar. This easy no-bake treat combines refreshing citrus notes with a sweet, crunchy texture, perfect for parties or anytime snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Cereal
- 12 ounces Rice Chex cereal
Lemon Butter Mixture
- 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 Teaspoons grated lemon zest (plus extra for garnish)
- 3 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Coating
- 2 cups white candy melts (or yellow candy melts)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Cereal: Add the Rice Chex cereal to a large mixing bowl to serve as the base of your Lemon Puppy Chow.
- Make Lemon Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, grated lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice to create a citrus-flavored butter coating.
- Coat the Cereal with Lemon Butter: Drizzle the melted lemon butter mixture evenly over the cereal, then use a rubber spatula to gently fold the cereal, ensuring each piece is coated without breaking.
- Melt the Candy Coating: Place the white candy melts in a separate small bowl, microwave for 1 minute, stir, then continue microwaving in 30-second increments until completely melted and smooth.
- Combine Candy with Cereal: Pour the melted candy over the butter-coated cereal, folding gently to evenly coat all pieces with the lemon-flavored candy melt.
- Add Powdered Sugar Coating: Transfer the coated cereal mixture to a large resealable plastic bag. Add the powdered sugar, seal the bag securely, and shake gently until all pieces are well covered, allowing some clusters to form naturally.
- Serve: Empty the Lemon Puppy Chow into a large serving bowl, sprinkle with extra grated lemon zest for garnish, and enjoy immediately or store for later snacking.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best bright citrus flavor.
- Be gentle when folding to keep the cereal pieces intact.
- White candy melts can be substituted with yellow candy melts for a more lemony appearance.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- This recipe requires no baking and is quick to assemble.
