Description
Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow is a delightful no-bake snack mix featuring rice cereal coated in a creamy white chocolate and cream cheese blend, infused with the tangy flavor of freeze-dried cherries and cheesecake pudding mix. This easy-to-make treat combines sweet, tart, and creamy flavors ideal for snacking or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 6 cups rice square cereal (such as Chex)
- 1½ cups white chocolate chips
- ½ cup powdered freeze-dried cherries
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant cheesecake pudding mix (dry)
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the cereal: Place 6 cups of rice square cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside, preparing the base for the coating.
- Melt the white chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1½ cups of white chocolate chips in 30-second increments, stirring after each interval until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Mix the creamy coating: Stir in 2 tablespoons softened cream cheese, 1 tablespoon milk, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract into the melted white chocolate until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Coat the cereal: Pour the melted white chocolate mixture over the cereal in the bowl and gently fold using a spatula to evenly coat all the cereal pieces without breaking them.
- Combine dry powders: In a large zip-top bag, combine 1 cup powdered sugar, ½ cup powdered freeze-dried cherries, and 1 package (3.4 oz) instant cheesecake pudding mix.
- Coat the cereal in powder mix: Add the coated cereal into the zip-top bag containing the dry powder mixture, seal the bag securely, and shake vigorously until each piece is thoroughly coated.
- Cool and dry: Spread the coated puppy chow out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, allowing it to cool and dry for about 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Store the puppy chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- For variation, substitute freeze-dried cherries with freeze-dried strawberries to alter the flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
