chocolate “set” again and prevents big clumps.
Store & serve
Transfer to an airtight container or resealable bag. Pupp y chow stays crunchy for several days at room temperature (as long as it’s kept dry and sealed).
✅ Why This Works
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Using white chocolate + powdered sugar gives the creamy-sweet base similar to shortcake frosting, while the freeze‑dried strawberries deliver real fruit flavor and color — approximating strawberry shortcake taste.
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The plain, neutral-flavored cereal (Chex) acts as a blank canvas — it doesn’t compete with the strawberry/white chocolate flavor, and remains crisp even after coating.
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It’s a no‑bake, quick mix‑up — ideal for parties, last-minute snacks, holidays, or road trips.
Variations & Tips
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Nut‑free / allergy‑friendly — this recipe avoids peanut butter, which is common in classic puppy chow, so it’s friendlier for those with peanut/tree‑nut allergies.
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Strawberry-white chocolate combo — if you prefer stronger strawberry flavor, stir a teaspoon of strawberry jam or a bit of strawberry extract into the melted white chocolate.
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Festive add‑ons — fold in pastel sprinkles (for Easter), mini marshmallows, or even freeze‑dried raspberries for mix‑berry puppy chow.
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Gluten‑free friendly — using Rice Chex keeps this naturally gluten‑free (just double-check that your white chocolate and freeze‑dried strawberries are gluten‑safe).
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Make ahead — you can prepare this ahead and store in a sealed container for up to a week (if kept cool and dry) — great for snacks, movie nights, or gifting.
Serving Ideas
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Serve in a big bowl for parties, movie nights, or game nights — this is classic finger‑food fun.
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Portion into small snack bags or holiday-themed treat bags — great for gifts, lunchboxes, or road trip fuel.
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Mix with other snacks (pretzels, nuts, mini marshmallows) for a sweet‑savory “trail mix” twist.
