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Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow Delight Recipe

4.5 from 63 reviews

Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow Delight is a sweet and crunchy snack mix featuring Rice Chex cereal coated in a smooth white chocolate and cherry extract blend, dusted with powdered sugar and colorful sprinkles. It’s an easy no-bake treat perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you crave a nostalgic, dessert-inspired snack.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup sprinkles (optional)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp cherry extract

Instructions

  1. Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips together with the cherry extract by heating in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  2. Coat the Cereal: Pour the melted cherry white chocolate mixture over the 6 cups of Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl. Gently fold the cereal to ensure every piece is evenly coated without breaking the cereal.
  3. Add the Powdered Sugar: Sprinkle the powdered sugar over the coated Rice Chex cereal while tossing gently to coat all the pieces thoroughly with the sugar, giving it that classic puppy chow sweetness.
  4. Cool and Set: Spread the coated cereal mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to allow it to cool and set evenly. Let it rest for about 30 minutes at room temperature until firm.
  5. Serve or Store: Transfer the Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow Delight into a serving bowl or package into individual bags for easy sharing and snacking.

Notes

  • For an extra festive touch, use colored sprinkles that match your holiday or party theme.
  • Ensure the white chocolate is melted gently to avoid burning or seizing.
  • Store the snack in an airtight container to keep it fresh for up to one week.
  • Feel free to substitute Rice Chex with another crispy rice cereal for variation.

Keywords: puppy chow, cherry cheesecake, snack mix, white chocolate, Rice Chex, no bake, sweet snack