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Delicious Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow Crunch

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A quick and easy snack combining tangy dried cherries with creamy cheesecake-flavored white chocolate coating over crunchy Chex cereal. Perfect for casual gatherings or late-night indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups Chex cereal (rice, corn, or wheat)
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips (170g)
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese powder (30g)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (120g)
  • 1/2 cup dried cherries (70g), preferably unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 tablespoons butter (57g), melted
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon cherry Jello powder

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper for easy cleanup and cooling. Measure all ingredients.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and melted butter. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between, until smooth and creamy (about 1-2 minutes). Avoid overheating.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract, cream cheese powder, and cherry Jello powder if using. Mix until fully incorporated and thick but pourable.
  4. Place Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl or zip-top bag. Pour the white chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently fold or shake to coat evenly without crushing the cereal.
  5. Add dried cherries and mix evenly throughout the coated cereal.
  6. Transfer coated cereal to a large zip-top bag if not already in one. Add powdered sugar, seal, and shake vigorously until every piece is dusted.
  7. Spread the coated puppy chow evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Let cool and set at room temperature for 30 minutes to firm up without losing crunch.

Notes

Do not overheat white chocolate to avoid graininess. Use quality cream cheese powder for authentic flavor. Be gentle when mixing to keep cereal clusters intact. Cooling completely before storing prevents sogginess. For extra crunch, refrigerate for 10-15 minutes after cooling.

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