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Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow: The Ultimate Sweet & Crunchy Snack

Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow
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This recipe takes me right back to my grandmother’s kitchen, where sweet treats were her love language. We’d gather around the table, hands sticky and smiles wide, sharing stories over a bowl of homemade puppy chow. Now, I make this Cherry Cheesecake version for my grandkids—same joy, just a little twist! Try it out, and share the sweetness with someone you love.

Ingredients

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  • 9 cups Chex cereal (rice or corn variety)

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter

  • 1/2 cup cherry gelatin mix (like Jell-O)

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

  • 1 package (3.5 oz) instant cheesecake pudding mix

  • 1 cup dried cherries, chopped

Instructions

  • Prepare the Cereal: Add Chex cereal to a large bowl and set aside.

  • Melt Chocolate & Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips and butter (start with 30 seconds, stir, then 15-second intervals until smooth).

  • Flavor It: Stir in cherry gelatin mix until fully blended.

  • Coat the Cereal: Pour mixture over the cereal and gently fold to coat each piece.

  • Dust It Sweet: In a zip-top bag, combine powdered sugar and cheesecake pudding mix. Add the coated cereal and shake well.

  • Cool It Down: Spread it all out on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool.

  • Final Touch: Stir in chopped dried cherries, and you’re ready to snack!

Notes

  • Use Fresh Cereal: Make sure your Chex cereal is fresh and crisp—stale cereal will lose the crunch.

  • Gentle Mixing: When folding in the chocolate mixture, do it gently to avoid breaking the cereal pieces.

  • Layer Flavor: For extra cheesecake goodness, sprinkle a bit of crushed graham crackers on top after mixing.

  • Mess-Free Coating: Place a baking sheet under your zip-top bag when shaking to catch any loose sugar.

  • Kid-Friendly: Get the little ones involved—they’ll love shaking the bag and taste-testing!

  • Flavor Swap: Not a cherry fan? Try strawberry or raspberry gelatin instead!

  • Make Ahead: This snack stays fresh in an airtight container for up to a week—perfect for parties or gifting.

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Find it online: https://recipes.gernarb.com/cherry-cheesecake-puppy-chow-the-ultimate-sweet-crunchy-snack/