Description
This Irresistibly Creamy Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow Delight is a vibrant and fun twist on the classic puppy chow snack. Combining the creamy flavors of cheesecake pudding and smooth vanilla bark with the tangy sweetness of cherry gelatin, this treat delivers a colorful, crunchy, and utterly delicious snack that’s perfect for parties or anytime indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Mix-Ins
- 3.4 oz cheesecake pudding mix
- 3 oz cherry gelatin mix
- 1 cup powdered sugar (plus 3 tablespoons)
- Red and pink sprinkles (optional)
Base
- 8 cups rice square cereal (such as Chex)
Chocolate Coating
- 1 lb vanilla bark
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with foil to catch any drips and make cleanup a breeze.
- Mix Powdered Coating: In a large zip-top bag, combine cheesecake pudding mix, cherry gelatin mix, powdered sugar, and optional red and pink sprinkles. Seal the bag and shake well to mix all the ingredients for a colorful coating.
- Add Cereal: Place the rice square cereal into a large mixing bowl, ready to be coated.
- Melt Vanilla Bark: Heat the vanilla bark in its tray in the microwave for 1 minute, then stir until smooth. Microwave for another minute or until fully melted and perfectly smooth.
- Coat Cereal: Pour the melted vanilla bark over the rice cereal and stir gently to ensure every piece is fully covered with the creamy chocolate coating.
- Combine & Shake: Transfer the chocolate-coated cereal into the zip-top bag containing the powdered sugar mixture. Seal tightly and shake vigorously until all the cereal pieces are evenly coated with the sweet cherry cheesecake powder.
- Set and Serve: Pour the coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out evenly to allow it to set. Once cooled and set, your Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow Delight is ready to enjoy!
Notes
- For best results, use a microwave-safe bowl to melt the vanilla bark if not using the tray it comes in.
- Shake the coated cereal in the bag gently but thoroughly to avoid breaking delicate cereal pieces.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness.
- Optional sprinkles add a festive touch and extra sweetness but can be omitted for a simpler version.
