Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow
Cherry cheesecake puppy chow is a crunchy, no-bake snack that blends sweet cherry flavor with creamy cheesecake goodness. Coated cereal pieces are tossed in a white chocolate and cheesecake-flavored mix, then dusted with cherry powder for a playful, irresistible treat. Perfect for parties, gifting, or snacking anytime!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20–25 minutes
- Yield: About 8 cups (serves 8–10)
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 cups Rice or Corn Chex cereal
- 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips or candy melts
- 2–3 tbsp cream cheese powder or cheesecake pudding mix
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp cherry gelatin powder or cherry drink mix
- Optional add-ins: Dried cherries, Freeze-dried cherry pieces, Cherry baking chips, Crushed graham crackers (for “crust” flavor)
Instructions
- Measure Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips in 20–30 second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in cream cheese powder or pudding mix until evenly combined.
- Pour melted mixture over cereal and gently toss until well coated.
- In a large zip-top bag, combine powdered sugar and cherry gelatin powder.
- Add coated cereal to the bag, seal, and shake until evenly coated.
- Spread mixture on a baking sheet to cool and set before storing.
Notes
- Add crushed graham crackers for classic cheesecake crust flavor.
- Use freeze-dried cherries for a natural fruity twist.
- Avoid refrigeration to prevent stickiness.
- Drizzle extra melted white chocolate on top for more indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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