Zesty Lemonade Puppy Chow snack

Here’s a tasty and fun Zesty Lemonade Puppy Chow recipe for you! It’s a sweet, tangy twist on the classic Puppy Chow (aka Muddy Buddies) snack mix.

Zesty Lemonade Puppy Chow Recipe

Ingredients:

• 9 cups Chex cereal (rice, corn, or a mix)

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (or white candy melts)

• 1/4 cup butter

• 1 packet (about 3 oz) lemonade-flavored drink mix (like Kool-Aid Lemonade)

• 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional, for extra zing)

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions:

1. Melt the butter and white chocolate:

   • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and white chocolate chips.

   • Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.

2. Add flavor:

   • Stir in the lemonade drink mix powder, lemon zest, and vanilla extract (if using) into the melted mixture until well combined.

3. Mix with cereal:

   • Place the Chex cereal in a large bowl.

   • Pour the melted lemon-white chocolate mixture over the cereal.

   • Gently stir until the cereal is evenly coated.

4. Coat with powdered sugar:

   • Transfer the coated cereal into a large resealable plastic bag or a large container with a lid.

   • Add the powdered sugar.

   • Seal and shake well until all pieces are fully coated with powdered sugar.

5. Cool and serve:

   • Spread the coated Puppy Chow on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool and dry for about 15–20 minutes.

   • Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Tips:

• Adjust the lemonade mix amount depending on how tangy you want the snack.

• Adding some freeze-dried lemon pieces or lemon candy bits on top after coating can amp up the flavor and look.

• This recipe is perfect for parties, snacks, or gifting!

Want me to help you tweak it for any dietary needs or make a batch size adjustment?