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Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Puppy Chow

Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Puppy Chow: A Sweet No-Bake Treat

This Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Puppy Chow is a sweet no-bake treat that perfectly combines lemon and blueberry flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Puppy Chow
  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal or Crispix or Corn Chex for flavor twist
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips semi-sweet chocolate is a great darker substitute
  • 4 ounces cream cheese low-fat can be used but less rich
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter can swap with coconut oil for a dairy-free option
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice bottled juice works in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest can omit if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure extract recommended
  • 1 pinch salt optional but enhances flavor
  • 1 cup powdered sugar can use powdered sweetener for lower-carb option
  • 1 cup freeze-dried blueberries (crushed) avoid fresh blueberries to prevent sogginess

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • zip-top bag
  • Spatula
  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by crushing the freeze-dried blueberries for your Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Puppy Chow. Place them in a zip-top bag or a food processor, and gently crush until they reach a fine powder. Set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of white chocolate chips, 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter, and 4 ounces of cream cheese. Heat over low heat, stirring continuously until everything melts together into a smooth and creamy mixture. Remove from heat once melted.
  3. Blend in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of lemon zest, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well until all the ingredients meld seamlessly.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, pour 6 cups of Rice Chex cereal. Carefully pour the creamy melted mixture over the cereal, using a spatula to gently fold and coat the cereal evenly.
  5. Sprinkle the crushed freeze-dried blueberries into the bowl. Use the spatula to fold them in gently, ensuring that the berry powder disperses evenly.
  6. Transfer the mixture into a large zip-top bag along with 1 cup of powdered sugar and any leftover crushed blueberries. Seal the bag tightly, then shake gently until everything is well coated.
  7. Spread the coated Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Puppy Chow onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Do not refrigerate to maintain texture.

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