CHERRY CHEESECAKE PUPPY CHOW
Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow is a fun and delicious snack mix with sweet cherry flavor, creamy cheesecake notes, and a crunchy texture. Made with Chex cereal, white chocolate, powdered sugar, and cherry gelatin, this treat is perfect for parties or gifting!
Ingredients
- 5 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup cherry gelatin powder such as Jell-O mix
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup crushed graham crackers
- ¼ cup freeze-dried cherries chopped (optional)
Instructions
Step No.1: Melt the Chocolate
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each until smooth. Mix in the softened cream cheese and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step No.2: Coat the Cereal
- Place the Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl. Pour the melted white chocolate mixture over it and gently toss until the cereal is evenly coated.
Step No.3: Add the Cherry Cheesecake Flavor
- In a separate bowl, mix together powdered sugar, cherry gelatin powder, and crushed graham crackers. Sprinkle over the coated cereal and toss until well covered.
Step No.4: Let It Set
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let it sit for about 15 minutes to set.
Step No.5: Serve and Enjoy
- Once set, mix in freeze-dried cherries (if using) and serve! Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Cherry Flavor: Adjust the cherry gelatin powder to taste—more for a stronger cherry flavor!
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Cream Cheese: Make sure it's softened so it blends smoothly into the white chocolate.
- Strawberry Cheesecake: Swap cherry gelatin for strawberry.
- Chocolate Cherry Mix: Add mini chocolate chips for extra indulgence.
- Nutty Crunch: Mix in chopped almonds or pecans for texture.
- Extra Tangy: Add a pinch of lemon zest for a cheesecake-like tang.