Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow
Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow is a delightful snack that perfectly combines the crunch of Rice Chex cereal with creamy white chocolate and bursts of sweet, tangy cherries. This easy-to-make treat is visually appealing and ideal for movie nights, parties, or simply satisfying a sweet craving at home. With its irresistible flavor and texture, Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow will surely impress your guests and become a favorite in your snack rotation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup dried cherries
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt the white chocolate chips and butter together in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts until smooth, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the vanilla extract once melted.
- In a large mixing bowl, pour the Rice Chex cereal and drizzle the melted chocolate mixture over it, folding gently until fully coated.
- Gently fold in the dried cherries.
- Transfer the mixture into a resealable bag filled with powdered sugar. Seal tightly and shake to coat evenly.
- Spread onto parchment paper to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, substitute vanilla extract with almond extract or add crushed graham crackers for a cheesecake-like texture. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.