Description
Indulge in the sweet and crunchy delight of Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow—a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake flavor and tart cherries. Coated in a dusting of powdered sugar, this playful treat is ideal for game nights, birthday parties, or a simple afternoon snack. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, it’s sure to be a hit at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups rice or corn Chex cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 tsp cherry extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering ingredients and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals until smooth, stirring frequently.
- Once melted, mix in cherry extract until well combined.
- Pour Chex cereal into the bowl and gently fold until coated with the chocolate mixture.
- Add chopped dried cherries and sprinkle powdered sugar over the mixture; shake gently until fully coated.
- Spread the puppy chow onto the prepared baking sheet and let it cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (80g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter. Feel free to incorporate additional toppings like sprinkles or mini marshmallows for extra fun!