Preparation

Ready to make this zesty treat? Let’s walk through the simple steps to create your Lemonade Puppy Chow!

Step 1: Prepare the Cereal

Start by placing the Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl. This will be the base of your puppy chow, so you’ll want to make sure it’s in a bowl large enough to toss everything together without spilling.

Step 2: Melt the White Chocolate and Butter

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and butter. Heat the mixture in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the white chocolate and butter are completely melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat, as white chocolate can burn easily.

Step 3: Add Lemon Flavor

Once the white chocolate and butter are melted and smooth, stir in the lemonade drink mix and unsweetened lemon juice. Mix everything together until the lemon drink mix is fully incorporated into the white chocolate, creating a lemony, smooth coating.

Step 4: Coat the Cereal

Pour the white chocolate-lemon mixture over the Chex cereal in your mixing bowl. Gently toss the cereal to coat every piece evenly. You want to make sure each piece of cereal gets a generous amount of the creamy lemon mixture.

Step 5: Powdered Sugar Coating

Once your cereal is well-coated, it’s time to add the powdered sugar! Place the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag. Add the powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake vigorously until the cereal is fully coated in the sugar. This step ensures that the cereal has that signature puppy chow texture: light, fluffy, and perfectly sweet.

If you prefer a heavier coating, feel free to add more powdered sugar. You can always adjust the sweetness to your liking!