Sweet Cereal Treat (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 5 cups of rice Chex cereal
02 - 1 cup white candy melts
03 - ½ cup yellow cake mix
04 - ¼ cup powdered sugar
05 - 3 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles

# Instructions:

01 - Begin by making the cake mix safe to eat. Pop it in the microwave and heat it in short 30-second bursts, giving it a good stir between each round until your thermometer reads 165°F. If you'd rather use your oven, spread it on a baking sheet and bake at 300°F for about 5 to 7 minutes, making sure to stir it once halfway through. Set it aside and let it cool down completely.
02 - Once your cake mix has cooled off, combine it with the powdered sugar and those colorful rainbow sprinkles right in the same bowl. Give everything a thorough mix so the colors are evenly distributed.
03 - Grab your white candy melts and melt them down using 15 to 20 second intervals in the microwave, stirring after each round until you get a silky smooth consistency. Pour this melted goodness over your Rice Chex cereal and gently toss everything together until each piece is nicely coated.
04 - Move your chocolate-covered cereal into a big zip-top bag, then add in that cake mix mixture you prepared earlier. Seal the bag up tight and shake it vigorously until every piece of cereal is completely covered in that sweet, colorful coating.
05 - Spread everything out on a baking sheet in a single layer and let it cool down and set up. Once it's ready, transfer your puppy chow to an airtight container where it'll stay fresh and delicious for up to a week.

# Notes:

01 - Always heat-treat your cake mix first to kill any bacteria - this step is crucial for food safety and shouldn't be skipped.
02 - Choose high-quality white candy melts for the smoothest melting experience. If your chocolate seems too thick, a tiny bit of coconut oil will help thin it out.
03 - Make sure to mix your cake mix, powdered sugar, and sprinkles thoroughly before adding them to the bag - this ensures every piece gets evenly coated.
04 - Move quickly when combining the melted chocolate with your cereal to avoid any clumping issues.
05 - Keep your puppy chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or pop it in the fridge if you want it to stay extra fresh.
06 - This makes a fantastic party treat! Scoop portions into cupcake liners or small treat bags for easy serving and snacking.

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