Description
This Orange Creamsicle Puppy Chow is the ultimate no-bake snack mix for citrus lovers! Crunchy Chex cereal is coated in creamy white chocolate infused with orange zest and vanilla, then tossed in powdered sugar. It’s sweet, tangy, and completely addictive—perfect for parties, gifting, or everyday snacking.
Ingredients
6 cups Chex cereal
1 cup white chocolate chips
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon orange zest or ½ teaspoon orange extract
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
Optional: 2 drops orange food coloring
Instructions
1. Add the Chex cereal to a large mixing bowl and set aside.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips, butter, and food coloring if using. Microwave in 20-30 second bursts, stirring until melted and smooth.
3. Stir in orange zest (or extract) and vanilla extract into the melted mixture.
4. Pour the melted mixture over the Chex cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
5. Transfer the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag. Add powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake until fully coated.
6. Spread the puppy chow on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool completely.
7. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
Use orange zest for a more natural citrus flavor, or extract for a stronger punch.
Always coat the cereal gently to avoid breaking it—fold, don’t stir harshly.
Let the mixture cool fully before storing to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack / Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg