Description

Give your snack game a sweet upgrade with this Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow! 💖 Crisp cereal gets coated in a luscious cherry-white chocolate blend, dusted with cheesecake pudding and powdered sugar, then studded with tart dried cherries. It’s the perfect combo of crunchy, creamy, and fruity ideal for parties, movie marathons, or anytime you need a fun, no-fuss dessert snack!

Ingredients

9 cups Chex cereal (rice or corn)
• 1 cup white chocolate chips
• ¼ cup unsalted butter
• ½ cup cherry gelatin mix (e.g., Jell-O)
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 package (3.5 oz) instant cheesecake pudding mix
• 1 cup dried cherries, chopped

Instructions

1️⃣ Melt & Mix Chocolate:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and butter.
Microwave 30 seconds, stir, then 15-second intervals until smooth.
Stir in cherry gelatin mix until fully incorporated.

2️⃣ Coat the Cereal:
Place Chex cereal in a large bowl.
Pour cherry-chocolate mixture over cereal, folding gently to coat evenly.

3️⃣ Dust with Sugar Mix:
In a large zip-top bag, mix powdered sugar and cheesecake pudding mix.
Add coated cereal, seal bag, and shake until every piece is covered.

4️⃣ Cool & Add Cherries:
Spread coated cereal on parchment-lined sheet to cool and set.
Once cooled, stir in chopped dried cherries.

Notes

Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to 10 days. Always let the mix cool fully before sealing to maintain crunch.
Gifting Idea: Package in mason jars with ribbon for a festive DIY snack gift.
Flavor Swap: You can replace cherry gelatin with strawberry or raspberry for a fruity variation. Add mini white chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture.
Vegan Option: Use dairy-free white chocolate, vegan butter, and plant-based pudding mix. Also, confirm cereal is vegan-friendly.
Don’t Use Jam: Stick with dry gelatin mix—jam will make the cereal soggy and sticky.
Serving Suggestion: Serve in mini cups at parties or movie nights for a fun grab-and-go treat!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (No-bake)
Category: Dessert, Snack
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: ¾ cup (approx. 1/12th of batch)
Calories: 215 kcal
Sugar: 19 g
Sodium: 115 mg
Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 33 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 2 g
Cholesterol: 5 mg

Keywords: Puppy Chow Variations, Chex Mix Desserts, No-Bake Recipes, Cherry Desserts, Party Snacks, Kid-Friendly Treats, Cheesecake Flavors, Crunchy Sweets, Holiday Snack Ideas