Irresistible Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow (Ready in 15 Minutes!)
The ultimate no-bake snack combining sweet cherry flavor, creamy cheesecake tang, and crunchy cereal. Perfect for parties, gifts, or late-night cravings!
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Microwave-Safe Bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 5 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese softened
Coating Mixture
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup cherry gelatin powder like Jell-O
- 0.5 cup crushed graham crackers
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup freeze-dried cherries optional, for extra flavor
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely smooth.
- Mix in softened cream cheese and vanilla extract until fully combined and creamy.
- Place Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently toss until evenly coated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, cherry gelatin powder, and crushed graham crackers.
- Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the coated cereal and toss again until every piece is fully covered.
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let set for 15 minutes. If using, gently mix in freeze-dried cherries before serving.
Notes
Pro Tips: For extra cherry flavor, add 1 additional tablespoon of cherry gelatin powder. Store in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to prevent clumping. Makes excellent holiday gifts when packaged in mason jars!