Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow
Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow is a no-bake dessert combining creamy cheesecake, tart cherries, and crunchy cereal for a crowd-pleasing snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Rice Chex cereal: Crunchy base that holds the coating well.
- White chocolate chips: Adds creamy sweetness.
- Cream cheese: Provides classic cheesecake flavor.
- Powdered sugar: Coats for a sweet finish.
- Cherry pie filling: Delivers tart, fruity flavor.
- Cheesecake pudding mix: Intensifies cheesecake taste.
- Red candy melts: Optional decorative drizzle.
- Vanilla extract: Enhances overall flavor.
Instructions
- Melt white chocolate chips with softened cream cheese. Stir in cheesecake pudding mix and vanilla extract.
- In a large mixing bowl, add Rice Chex cereal. Pour melted coating over the cereal and gently fold to coat.
- Add cherry pie filling and fold to combine, creating a marbled effect.
- Spread coated cereal onto a baking sheet. Chill for 10 minutes to set.
- Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with red candy melts. Break into bite-sized clusters.
Notes
- Use Rice Chex for best texture.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Swap cherry filling for raspberry or strawberry for variations.
- Add mini marshmallows for extra texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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