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Strawberry Cheesecake Puppy Chow

Strawberry Cheesecake Puppy Chow

Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Cheesecake Puppy Chow, a sweet, crunchy treat perfect for celebrations.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: DESSERTS & TREATS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 12 oz White chocolate chips
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Strawberry cake mix
  • 1 pkg Cheesecake instant pudding mix
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
For the Festive Touch
  • 1 cup Valentine’s sprinkles or heart candies
  • 1 cup Mini marshmallows or pink candy melts optional

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • gallon-sized zip-top bag
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Puppy Chow
  1. Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment or wax paper and set it aside.
  2. Add the Cereal: In a large bowl, pour in the Rice Chex cereal.
  3. Melt the Chocolate: Microwave the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth.
  4. Coat the Cereal: Pour the melted white chocolate over the cereal, and gently stir until coated.
  5. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a gallon-sized zip-top bag, combine the strawberry cake mix, cheesecake pudding mix, and powdered sugar.
  6. Shake It Up: Add the coated cereal into the bag, seal it tightly, and shake until fully coated.
  7. Spread to Cool: Spread the coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheet to cool and set.
  8. Add the Fun Touches: Once cool, mix in the Valentine’s sprinkles, mini marshmallows, or pink candy melts.
  9. Store Your Treat: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle additional heart candies on top for an extra festive touch.

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