Description
This whimsical twist on a classic treat combines the beloved flavors of cherry cheesecake with the delightful crunch of puppy chow. Perfect for gatherings or a fun snack, it’s sure to impress both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup cherry-flavored cream cheese
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup dried cherries
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the white chocolate chips and butter. Stir continuously until melted and smooth, ensuring it doesn’t burn.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cherry-flavored cream cheese and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and creamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the Rice Chex cereal. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal, using a spatula to gently fold and coat the cereal evenly without breaking it.
- Once the cereal is evenly coated, sprinkle in the powdered sugar. Fold gently until all the pieces are coated in the sweet sugar.
- Next, mix in the crushed graham crackers and dried cherries. Make sure everything is well-distributed for an even taste.
- Spread the puppy chow mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Allow it to cool completely at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free chocolate chips and cream cheese alternatives. You can also add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for a sweet and salty flavor contrast.