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Birthday Cake Funfetti Puppy Chow

Transform cereal into birthday magic! This funfetti puppy chow is coated in white chocolate and cake mix for authentic birthday cake flavor — ready in 15 minutes, no oven needed. Perfect for parties or gifting. Save for your next celebration! 🎉🌈
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 9 cups rice cereal squares like Rice Chex
  • 12 ounces white chocolate chips or melting wafers
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup yellow cake mix dry
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles plus more for topping

Method
 

  1. Measure the cereal into a very large mixing bowl and set aside. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth, about 90 seconds total.
  3. Let the melted chocolate cool for 2-3 minutes, then whisk in the dry cake mix until no lumps remain and the mixture is smooth.
  4. Pour the white chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently fold with a rubber spatula until every piece is evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the coated cereal to a large resealable plastic bag or a very large bowl. Add the powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake vigorously for 1-2 minutes until all pieces are covered in a white coating.
  6. Spread the puppy chow onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Immediately sprinkle the rainbow sprinkles over the top while the coating is still slightly tacky.
  7. Let cool completely at room temperature for 15-20 minutes until the coating hardens. Break apart any large clusters and transfer to an airtight container.