Description

Looking for a quick, colorful, and crowd-pleasing snack idea? This *Easy Red Velvet Puppy Chow* is the answer. A festive twist on classic muddy buddies, this recipe brings together crunchy Chex cereal, melted white chocolate, red velvet cake mix, and a snowy dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for gifting, parties, or indulging in a sweet treat at home, this no-bake snack is a must-have for your rotation of *easy recipes, holiday snack ideas, quick desserts,* and *kid-friendly food ideas*. Whether you’re prepping a fun Valentine’s Day treat or just need a fast dessert with serious wow-factor, this is it.

Ingredients

3 cups Rice or Corn Chex cereal

1 cup white chocolate chips

1 tablespoon butter (optional)

1/2 cup red velvet cake mix (heat-treated)

1/2 cup powdered sugar

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Instructions

1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment or wax paper and set aside.

2. Heat-treat the red velvet cake mix by microwaving it in a bowl for 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until it reaches 165°F. Let it cool.

3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and butter (if using), and microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring frequently, until smooth and fully melted.

4. Add Chex cereal to a large mixing bowl. Pour the melted white chocolate over it and gently mix to coat all pieces evenly.

5. Sprinkle the cooled red velvet cake mix over the coated cereal and stir gently until fully covered.

6. Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag, add powdered sugar, seal, and shake until well coated.

7. Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and let it cool and set completely before serving or storing.

Notes

Be sure to heat-treat the cake mix before using to ensure it’s safe to eat.

Use a gentle hand when mixing to avoid breaking the cereal pieces.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain maximum crunch.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 280
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 5mg