Chex® Lemon Buddies

Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
11%
Chex® Lemon Buddies
15 min.
12
251kcal

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Are you in search of a delightful, quick treat that balances sweet and tart flavors? Look no further than Chex® Lemon Buddies! This irresistible snack combines the crunch of Rice Chex® cereal with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon, making it a perfect choice for gatherings, movie nights, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 12, making it an ideal option for sharing with friends and family.

One of the best features of this snack is that it is entirely dairy-free, so everyone can enjoy it without worry! The creation process is simply a matter of mixing, coating, and shaking, which adds to its appeal as a fuss-free recipe. The combination of white vanilla baking chips, lemon juice, and zest creates a heavenly coating that’s both sweet and tangy, making these bites absolutely addictive.

Whether you're serving them as an antipasto at gatherings, a light starter, or just a satisfying snack in-between meals, Chex® Lemon Buddies are sure to impress. Store them in an airtight container, and you'll have a delightful treat ready to go whenever the craving strikes. So grab your ingredients and let’s get started on this delicious adventure!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • cups cereal rice chex®
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • 1.3 cups vanilla baking chips white
  • cups powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • aluminum foil
  • ziploc bags
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Into large bowl, measure cereal; set aside.
  2. In 1-quart microwaveable bowl, microwave chips, butter, lemon peel and juice uncovered on High 1 minute; stir. Microwave about 30 seconds longer or until mixture can be stirred smooth.
  3. Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated.
  4. Pour into 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag.
  5. Add powdered sugar. Seal bag; gently shake until well coated.
  6. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories251kcal
Protein2.68%
Fat18.54%
Carbs78.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
12.414347703042%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:251kcal
12.55%
Fat:4.21g
6.48%
Saturated Fat:0.89g
5.59%
Carbohydrates:40.26g
13.42%
Net Carbohydrates:39.77g
14.46%
Sugar:24.01g
26.68%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:210.83mg
9.17%
Alcohol:7.45g
100%
Alcohol %:13.53%
100%
Protein:1.37g
2.74%
Manganese:0.78mg
38.79%
Iron:6.79mg
37.71%
Folate:150.69µg
37.67%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.65%
Vitamin B3:3.84mg
19.22%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
19.15%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.02%
Zinc:2.84mg
18.96%
Vitamin B12:1.14µg
18.95%
Vitamin A:544.68IU
10.89%
Calcium:79.97mg
8%
Vitamin C:6.33mg
7.68%
Selenium:4.1µg
5.85%
Vitamin D:0.75µg
5%
Copper:0.07mg
3.53%
Phosphorus:32.64mg
3.26%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.14%
Magnesium:9.07mg
2.27%
Potassium:76.16mg
2.18%
Fiber:0.48g
1.93%
Vitamin E:0.22mg
1.49%
Source:Allrecipes