Classic Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow
This fun and easy no-bake dessert combines crispy cereal with a creamy white chocolate cheesecake coating and a delightful cherry twist, all dusted with a sweet and tangy powdered sugar mix.
Equipment
- Large sturdy bowl
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Rubber spatula
- Large Ziploc bag
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 9 cups Chex Cereal Rice Chex or Corn Chex
- 12 oz White Chocolate Chips approx. 2 cups
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Butter 1 stick
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 2 cups Powdered Sugar
- 3 oz Cherry Gelatin Mix or similar powdered cherry flavoring
Instructions
Preparation
- Measure 9 cups of Chex cereal into a large, sturdy bowl and set aside.
Melt Cheesecake Base
- Combine white chocolate chips, softened cream cheese, and butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and melted.
Add Flavor
- Stir vanilla extract into the melted white chocolate mixture until thoroughly combined.
Coat Cereal
- Pour the melted cheesecake mixture over the Chex cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
Prepare Cherry Coating
- In a separate large Ziploc bag, combine powdered sugar and cherry gelatin mix; shake well to mix.
Combine and Coat
- Add the coated Chex cereal to the bag with the sugar mix, seal, and shake vigorously until completely coated.
Chill and Serve
- Spread the puppy chow onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool completely, or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to set.
- Once cool, break up any clumps and serve immediately or store for later.
Notes
For best results, ensure the cream cheese is truly softened to avoid lumps in your chocolate mixture. You can experiment with other flavored gelatin mixes for different puppy chow variations, such as strawberry or raspberry.