Description
This Pink Valentine’s Puppy Chow Mix is a fun and festive no-bake treat made with Rice Chex, white chocolate, powdered sugar, and strawberry flavor. Perfect for Valentine’s Day parties, gifts, or a sweet snack to share!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips
- ¼ cup strawberry cake mix or freeze-dried strawberry powder
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Red or pink food coloring (optional)
- 1 cup Valentine’s M&M’s or heart-shaped candies
- ½ cup mini marshmallows (optional)
- ¼ cup festive sprinkles
Instructions
- Melt the White Chocolate – In a microwave-safe bowl, heat white chocolate chips and coconut oil in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract and food coloring if using.
- Coat the Cereal – Place Rice Chex in a large bowl. Pour melted chocolate over it and gently fold until evenly coated.
- Add Strawberry Flavor – In a separate bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and strawberry cake mix (or freeze-dried strawberry powder).
- Toss & Coat – Transfer coated cereal into a resealable bag or container. Add the powdered sugar mixture, seal, and shake until well coated.
- Add Festive Touches – Spread mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool for 10 minutes. Then, mix in M&M’s, marshmallows, and sprinkles.
- Serve & Enjoy – Transfer to a serving bowl or package in treat bags for gifting.
Notes
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Refrigerator: Keep for up to 1 week.
- Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 3 months; thaw before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: dessert, snack
- Method: no bake
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Valentine’s Puppy Chow, Pink Muddy Buddies, Valentine’s Snack Mix, No-Bake Valentine’s Treats, White Chocolate Chex Mix