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This recipe is just in time for Valentine’s Day. Yeah, I know we have a few weeks, but I wanted to squeak this in before Super Bowl Sunday too. Just in case you need ONE MORE snack on your table.
And this snack is super easy. Yesterday, two of my friends, Sally and Nikki posted puppy chow. Coincidence that I was making this? I think not! Sally and Nikki both have several varieties on their site, be sure to check them out!
Puppy Chow is a treat I remember my mom making for us as kids! We wouldn’t wait for the chocolate center to cool, we would dig right in. And warm puppy chow is actually quite tasty. This cherry flavored treat is no exception.
I used a small package of Sugar Free JELL-O Cherry gelatin mix to flavor my white candy coating. Once that was all melted and mixed I poured it over the cereal. Stir it up for a minute until everything is coated then pour it into a ziploc gallon sized bag with your powdered sugar. Shake it up. Then shake it up again (just to be sure). Pour it onto a foil lined baking sheet (for easy clean up) and add sprinkles. Serve in a big bowl!
OR….
Gift it to your favorite Valentine! I love using Mason Jars for gift giving. But you can also use cellophane bags. Attach a cute tag and ribbon and you are ready to go!
Love the Cherry Vanilla Combo?
Then you will probably love this Cherry Vanilla Caramel Corn! As if caramel corn isn’t a treat on it’s own, I covered this in white chocolate and added some Cherry m&m candies!
Cherry Pound Cake Bites: These were so incredibly delicious and gorgeous to serve! Plus they freeze REALLY well.
Baked Cherry Donuts with Vanilla Glaze: clearly I love this flavor…and these baked donuts are ready from start to finish in under 30 minutes!
Ready for my favorite Valentine cookies? Vanilla Thumbprints with Cherry Buttercream. One cookie is never enough!
Vanilla Bean and Cherry Swirled Icebox Cookies: these are awesome to make and freeze ahead of time. When ready to eat, slice and bake fresh!
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Ingredients
- 8 cup rice chex cereal
- 1 pkg (16oz) Vanilla bark (almond candy coating)
- 1 pkg (0.3oz) Sugar Free JELL-O cherry gelatin mix
- 1 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- sprinkles
Instructions
- In a microwave dish, melt vanilla bark for one minute. Stir, heat an additional 30 seconds until creamy. Mix in the cherry gelatin mix.
- In a large bowl mix together the cereal with melted chocolate. Stir until completely coated. Pour into a large gallon sized container with powdered sugar. Shake. Shake Shake. Pour onto a large baking sheet with foil, until set. Add sprinkles. Store in covered container up to two weeks. ENJOY!
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I want to reach right into my computer screen and grab a handful!! Why aren’t you next door to me so we could share all the goodies? Cherry vanilla sounds so good right now!!! Much better than the broccoli I just ate
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life recently posted..Trick or Treat Link Party
As if you just ate broccoli. Nice try. Haha, okay maybe you did. But don’t tell me you didn’t have a rice krispie treat to wash it down
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
Stop it. This looks INSANELY good!! I am such a sucker for cherry vanilla flavored goodness, and puppy chow lasts approximately 8 seconds around me. Must. Eat. Now.
I’ve eaten way too much of this today. Not cool, but quite delish.
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
What a cute Valentine’s treat. I only learned of puppy chow through Pinterest but it sounds like such a fun and quick treat, I just have to try it soon.
Regina @ SpecialtyCakeCreations recently posted..White Chocolate Macadamia Cake
oh Regina, you MUST try it soon. I make it and package it up in little containers for the kids lunches. After of course I’ve nibbled on it for 24hours!! It’s quite addictive.
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
oh, puppy chow… you are my favorite.
and even moreso when it’s pink!! love it!
Kristina recently posted..grapefruit-ginger vodka toddy
It’s so good, right??? Now, I need to put it away before I’ve eaten it all completely!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
Ok, ok! All of the signs are saying I NEED to make some puppy chow, stat. Thanks for the nudge.
Looks yummy!
Ashley recently posted..Football Stew
Don’t you love it when all the signs tell you to do something? Especially when it’s something as delicious as puppy chow? Yep, you can’t go wrong!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
Oh my, this looks so LOVELY! So festive
Becca @ Crumbs and Chaos recently posted..Slow Cooker Poblano Corn Chowder with Chicken & Chorizo
Thanks Becca
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
Love the Valentine’s Day colors in this puppy show! Beautiful photos too.
Eva @ Eva Bakes recently posted..Champagne cupcakes with lemon champagne buttercream
Thank you Eva! It turned out very pretty, I’m quite happy with it!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
My boyfriend is obsessed with what he calls “white trash” which seems quite like this puppy chow, but with the addition of assorted nuts and pretzel pieces. The fruity flavor of your version sounds great!
jodye @ chocolate and chou fleur recently posted..Double Chocolate Mocha Oat Squares
I have a couple “white trash” recipes on the blog too!! LOVE that stuff!! Adding the cherry gelatin gives it a subtle but delicious flavor!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
This sounds and looks amazing! What a great treat for the kiddos on Valentine’s Day!
Kelly @ Semi Homemade Mom recently posted..Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake
Thanks Kelly, I know my kids LOVE this stuff!! My only complaint is the powdered sugar fingers
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
I love how you pimped this out for Vday! LOVE it!
Katrina @ In Katrina’s Kitchen recently posted..2 Ingredient Truffles {Hot Chocolate Edition}
That’s me, the pimp! I love adding gelatin and pudding to treats to give them extra flavor!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
How much do I love the idea of using jell-o to flavor it? Oh the possibilities!! Thanks for the idea Aimee!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust recently posted..Peanut Butter Kitchen Sink Popcorn {A Football Party with Walgreens}
I know! I’ve already got other flavors swirling in my brain. I may need to have “puppy chow week” on the blog!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
Soooo pretty and festive. I keep seeing all of these puppy chow recipes and now I feel like I need to make (eat) some. Love this cherry-vanilla version!
Ashley @ Kitchen Meets Girl recently posted..Honey-Vanilla Granola
Just be sure when you make it you are ready to eat the entire batch. So addicting!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
What a great gift for Valentine’s day. Love your heard shaped sprinkle addition
Roxana | Roxana’s Home Baking recently posted..Flatbread with roasted tomatoes
Thanks Roxana, I love those big heart sprinkles! They make quite an impression!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
can you believe I have never had {or made} puppy chow
I guess I have some investigating to do:)
looks delicious
Heather @French Press recently posted..Baked Gnocchi with Tomatoes and Mascarpone
Heather! How can this be??? Get your ingredients together and get on it!!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
I’ve seen puppy chow before, but it’s never looked this pretty! Love all of your Valentine ideas….especially the Vanilla Bean & Cherry Swirl Cookies! Yes, I LOVE vanilla and I’m not ashamed to admit it! ; – }
Anne@FromMySweetHeart recently posted..Pink Prosecco Soup
Thank you Anne! I have a love of cherry vanilla too! nothing to be ashamed of at all
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
I am always looking for new snacks to make, savory and sweet! Love this!
Thanks Tanya! I love new snack ideas too
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Cherry Vanilla Puppy Chow
So cute, and tasty I’m sure! You’re right, the gelatin is an cool alternative to the cake mix I used in mine. Love it!
ohhh, this looks so addicting!!
Sarah @ Miss CandiQuik recently posted..Valentine Surprise Cookies
Indeed it is
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Caramel Macchiato Biscotti
This puppy chow is fantastic, Aimee! I love that you used jello in your chocolate — so many possibilities!
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel recently posted..Chocolate Peanut Butter Heart Chip Cookies
MUST MAKE NOW!!!!!
Aimee, thank you for linking to my puppy chows. 
Needless to say – I am a puppy chow freak. and this version looks and sounds so good. flavored jello- why didn’t i think of that? you’re so creative girl!
sally @ sallys baking addiction recently posted..triple chocolate chip cookies.
Is it wrong that I made another flavor today? Hahaha! Yours always look so delish!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Caramel Macchiato Biscotti
Y U M !!! Thanks for sharing! Pinning
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Wow, very creative use of Jell-O! I am amazed at the endless combination possibilities of such a simple treat as Puppy Chow. This is super cute for Valentine’s Day.
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Thanks so much, I love adding in flavor but still keeping it simple with JELL-O!
Ok – I can’t do sugar free jello – how would you change the recipe to make it with the regular stuff?? Think it would work? I’m looking at the box of raspberry jello in the cabinet now….
Hi Melissa, regular JELL-O would definitely work, but I don’t think I would use a whole package of it. Try adding in 1/3-1/2 the package to the melted chocolate and see the color. If it looks good go with it!!! Let me know how it turns out, raspberry sounds delicious!
I just have to say I just made this…it isn’t even set yet and I CANNOT keep my hands out of it. SO GOOD! I did use regular Jell-O and didn’t need to adjust anything, it came out just right!
LOL. It’s good, I know! I was the same way! Thanks for letting me know you tried it
When you used regular jello- what size box and did you use the whole thing?
I haven’t used regular Jello, but I would probably only use a couple tablespoons. The whole box might be too much!
I used a regular .3 oz. box and yes, I used the whole thing. If you only use a couple of table spoons I just don’t think the flavor would be there.
I used a regular .3 oz. box and yes, I used the whole thing. If you only use a couple of table spoons I just don’t think the flavor would be there.
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