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Caramel Apple Puppy Chow – Sweet, Crunchy & Irresistible Recipe

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4.9 from 59 reviews
  • Author: Simon
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Description

Caramel Apple Puppy Chow is a sweet and crunchy snack mix combining the crispiness of Rice Chex cereal with the rich flavors of white chocolate, caramel, and apple pie spices. Enhanced with powdered and granulated sugars and finished with dried apple chips for a delightful autumn-inspired treat that’s perfect for snacking or sharing.

Ingredients

Scale

Cereal Base

  • 9 cups Rice Chex cereal

Coating

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup caramel bits
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Spice and Sugar Mix

  • 1 Tbsp apple pie spice
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Mix-ins

  • 1/2 cup dried apple chips, crushed

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cereal: Place 9 cups of Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl, ensuring enough space to thoroughly mix later.
  2. Melt Chocolate and Caramel: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup white chocolate chips and 1 cup caramel bits together, heating in short intervals and stirring until completely smooth and combined.
  3. Add Flavorings: Stir 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and a pinch of salt into the melted chocolate and caramel mixture to enhance the flavor profile.
  4. Coat Cereal: Pour the melted mixture evenly over the Rice Chex cereal, stirring gently to coat every piece well without breaking the cereal.
  5. Mix Sugars and Spice: In a separate bowl, combine 1 tablespoon apple pie spice, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar, mixing thoroughly.
  6. Apply Sugar Mix: Sprinkle the sugar and spice mixture over the coated cereal, tossing carefully to ensure an even, flavorful coating throughout.
  7. Add Dried Apples: Fold in 1/2 cup of crushed dried apple chips, distributing them evenly for extra crunch and apple flavor.
  8. Cool and Set: Spread the finished mixture onto parchment paper in a thin layer and allow it to cool completely until the coating is set and crisp.

Notes

  • Use a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-30 second increments to prevent burning the chocolate and caramel.
  • Ensure the cereal is fully coated to maximize flavor in every bite.
  • Store in an airtight container to keep the puppy chow fresh and crunchy for up to one week.
  • For a gluten-free snack, ensure the Rice Chex cereal is certified gluten-free.
  • Crushed dried apple chips add natural sweetness and texture but can be omitted or substituted with dried cranberries or raisins.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: caramel apple puppy chow, sweet snack mix, Rice Chex recipe, caramel and white chocolate snack, apple pie spice snack

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