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Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow

Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow: A Sweet Snack for Any Occasion

Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow is a delightful, no-bake snack combining cherry and cheesecake flavors in a crunchy treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 6 cups Chex cereal choose gluten-free if needed
For the Coating
  • 2 cups white chocolate high-quality for best flavor
For the Flavoring
  • 1 tablespoon cherry flavoring use cherry extract or flavored candy melts
  • 1 cup cheesecake-flavored sugar mix powdered sugar with cheesecake flavoring

Equipment

  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • plastic bag
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Measure 6 cups of Chex cereal and place it in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, add 2 cups of high-quality white chocolate chips. Heat in the microwave on high for 20–30 seconds at a time, stirring in between each interval.
  3. Pour the melted white chocolate over the Chex cereal and fold to coat evenly.
  4. In a plastic bag, combine 1 cup of cheesecake-flavored sugar with 1 tablespoon of cherry flavoring. Add the chocolate-coated Chex cereal to the bag, seal it tightly, and shake gently.
  5. Spread the coated mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and allow to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  6. Once set, break apart any clumps and transfer the Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for a richer taste and store in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness.

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