Description
A quick and easy snack combining creamy cheesecake flavor, tangy cherry, and crispy cereal for a delicious treat perfect for parties, gifting, or indulging.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 packet cherry gelatin mix
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add the Rice Chex cereal and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips, butter, and softened cream cheese. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth and fully melted.
- Stir in the cherry gelatin mix and vanilla extract, ensuring it’s fully incorporated into the melted mixture.
- Pour the melted mixture over the cereal, gently stirring with a spatula to coat each piece evenly. Be careful not to crush the cereal.
- Transfer the coated cereal into a zip-top bag, add powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake until the cereal is fully coated.
- Spread the puppy chow onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, transfer to a serving bowl or airtight container for storage.
Notes
[‘Use short intervals in the microwave to avoid scorching the chocolate.’, ‘Let the coated cereal cool completely before tossing with powdered sugar.’, ‘Add sprinkles or mini marshmallows for extra flair.’, ‘For a cherry-almond twist, use almond extract instead of vanilla.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Protein: 2
Keywords: Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow, Easy Snack, Party Snack, Kid-Friendly Recipe, No-Bake Dessert