6 cups Chex-style cereal (rice or corn square cereal)1 ½ cups white chocolate chips or vanilla candy melts2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest (zest only, no juice)2–4 tablespoons lemonade drink mix powder (adjust to taste)1–1 ½ cups powdered sugarPinch of salt (optional but recommended)Yellow sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Prep your spaceLine a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place cereal in a large mixing bowl.Melt the coatingIn a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate and butter (or coconut oil).Microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.Add lemon flavorStir in lemon zest, lemonade drink mix (start with 2 tablespoons), and salt.Mix until fully combined.Coat the cerealPour the lemon mixture over the cereal. Gently fold until evenly coated without crushing the cereal.Dust with powdered sugarTransfer coated cereal to a large zip-top bag or container with lid.Add powdered sugar and shake gently until fully coated.(Alternatively, dust in the bowl and toss gently.)Cool and setSpread onto prepared baking sheet in a single layer.Let cool completely until dry to the touch.Finish and serveBreak apart any clumps. Add sprinkles if desired.Store in an airtight container once fully cooled.
Notes
Do not use lemon juice—it can cause the chocolate to seize.Add lemonade mix gradually to control tartness.For extra tang, toss an additional tablespoon of lemonade powder into the powdered sugar before shaking.Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Optional Variations
Pink Lemonade: Use pink lemonade drink mix and pink sprinkles.Strawberry Lemonade: Add freeze-dried strawberry powder to the powdered sugar.Coconut Lemonade: Stir in toasted shredded coconut after cooling.
