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Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Puppy Chow Recipe

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A tangy and sweet Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Puppy Chow combining crispy Rice Chex cereal with a creamy white chocolate and cream cheese coating, infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, and bursting with freeze-dried blueberries. This no-bake snack mix is perfect for parties or a delightful treat.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup freeze-dried blueberries, crushed
  • 3/4 cup freeze-dried blueberries (whole)

Instructions

  1. Crush freeze-dried blueberries: Place 1/3 cup of freeze-dried blueberries into a zip-top bag and crush them gently using a rolling pin or pulse briefly in a food processor. Set aside for later use in coating the snack mix.
  2. Melt white chocolate, butter, and cream cheese: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine 1 cup white chocolate chips, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, and 4 ounces of softened cream cheese. Stir continuously until the mixture melts completely and achieves a smooth, creamy consistency.
  3. Add lemon juice, zest, vanilla, and salt: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix thoroughly so the flavor blends uniformly throughout the melted mixture.
  4. Coat the cereal: Place 6 cups of Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm cheesecake mixture over the cereal. Using a spatula, gently fold to coat each piece evenly without breaking the cereal.
  5. Add whole freeze-dried blueberries: Sprinkle 3/4 cup of freeze-dried blueberries over the coated cereal. Fold gently to distribute the berries evenly among the mixture.
  6. Add powdered sugar and crushed blueberries: Transfer the coated cereal and blueberry mixture into a gallon-sized zip-top bag. Add 1 cup powdered sugar and the crushed freeze-dried blueberries prepared earlier. Seal the bag tightly and shake vigorously until every piece is well coated and the mixture looks dry and coated with powdered sugar.
  7. Cool and serve: Spread the puppy chow onto a baking sheet in an even layer. Allow it to cool completely for about 10 minutes. Once cooled, transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy this delightful snack.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh lemon juice and zest to ensure bright citrus flavor.
  • If freeze-dried blueberries are unavailable, dried blueberries can be substituted, but will slightly alter texture.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness and crispiness.
  • Gently folding the cereal prevents it from breaking and keeps the texture light and crunchy.

Keywords: Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Puppy Chow, Puppy Chow, Snack Mix, Lemon, Blueberry, Cheesecake Snack, No Bake Snack, Rice Chex, Dessert Snack

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