Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Caramel Apple Puppy Chow, a sweet snack mix that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. This recipe features crunchy Rice Chex cereal coated in a luscious blend of white chocolate and caramel, enhanced with the warm notes of apple pie spice. Whether you’re hosting a fall gathering, enjoying a cozy movie night, or simply craving a fun treat, this puppy chow is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With its easy preparation and kid-friendly appeal, it’s a perfect way to share the joys of snacking with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup caramel bits
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon apple pie spice
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup dried apple chips, crushed
Instructions
- Place Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and caramel bits. Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract and salt into the melted mixture.
- Pour the melted mixture over the cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, mix apple pie spice, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar. Sprinkle over coated cereal and stir until all pieces are coated.
- Add crushed dried apple chips to the mixture and gently mix.
- Spread on parchment-lined baking sheets and let cool completely before storing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch. For a vegan version, use dairy-free chocolate chips and plant-based gelling agents if needed.