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Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow Recipe

Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Snack, Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of cherry cheesecake with this addictive Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow. A no-bake dessert or snack mix that combines the sweetness of cherry pie filling with creamy white chocolate and crunchy Chex cereal coated in powdered sugar.


Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

  • 6 cups rice or corn Chex cereal
  • 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup cherry pie filling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Coating:

  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cereal: Place the cereal in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Melt Chocolate: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the white chocolate chips, stirring constantly.
  3. Mix Ingredients: Combine the melted chocolate with softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, cherry pie filling, and vanilla. Pour over cereal and toss to coat.
  4. Coat with Sugar: Transfer the mixture to a bag with powdered sugar, shake to coat evenly.
  5. Cool and Serve: Spread the coated cereal on a baking sheet to cool for 20–30 minutes. Break apart clusters and store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Try strawberry or raspberry filling for flavor variety.
  • Add graham crackers or mini marshmallows for extra crunch.
  • Store at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for a firmer texture.