Chex Lemon Buddies Recipe

These Chex Lemon Buddies are a bright and zesty twist on the classic puppy chow recipe! Imagine the delightful crunch of Chex cereal coated in a luscious white chocolate mixture, infused with fresh lemon juice and zest. This recipe, inspired by a grocery store find, is easy to customize to your liking – add extra white chocolate for extra richness! Get ready for a burst of lemony goodness in every bite.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 208 kcal

Protein 2g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chex Lemon Buddies

Chex Cereal
Vanilla Baking Chips
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 tablespoon lemon zest
Fresh Lemon Juice
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

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How to Make Chex Lemon Buddies

Measure 6 cups Chex cereal (Rice, Wheat, or a mix) into a large bowl and set aside.
In a 2-quart microwave-safe bowl, combine 12 ounces white chocolate chips, 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice.
Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is completely smooth and melted.
Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the Chex cereal and stir gently until all the cereal pieces are evenly coated. If needed, add more cereal to prevent excessive wetness.
Pour the coated cereal into a large (2-gallon) resealable plastic bag.
Add 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar to the bag.
Seal the bag tightly and gently shake until the cereal is evenly coated with powdered sugar.
Spread the Chex Lemon Buddies on a large sheet of waxed paper or foil to cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

120g

Fat

29g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chex Lemon Buddies?

Chex Lemon Buddies takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chex Lemon Buddies?

Chex Lemon Buddies has approximately 208 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chex Lemon Buddies?

The key ingredients for Chex Lemon Buddies are Chex Cereal, Vanilla Baking Chips, Butter, Lemon Peel, Fresh Lemon Juice, Powdered Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.