Caramel Apple Puppy Chow – Sweet, Crunchy & Irresistible Recipe
Caramel Apple Puppy Chow is a sweet and crunchy snack mix that combines crispy Rice Chex cereal coated in a luscious blend of melted white chocolate, caramel, and warm apple pie spice. Finished with a dusting of powdered and granulated sugar and crunchy dried apple chips, this irresistible treat is perfect for parties or snacking anytime.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
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
Additional Mix-Ins
- 1/2 cup dried apple chips, crushed
Instructions
- Prepare the cereal: Place 9 cups of Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl, ensuring the bowl is big enough for easy stirring and coating.
- Melt the chocolate and caramel: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup white chocolate chips and 1 cup caramel bits. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Add flavorings: Stir 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and a pinch of salt into the melted chocolate and caramel mixture to enhance and balance the flavors.
- Coat the cereal: Pour the melted mixture over the Rice Chex cereal. Gently stir with a spatula or spoon until every piece of cereal is evenly coated with the white chocolate caramel glaze.
- Mix sugars and spice: In a separate small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon apple pie spice, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
- Apply sugar-spice coating: Sprinkle the sugar and spice mixture evenly over the coated cereal. Toss gently to cover each piece thoroughly with the sweet and spiced powder.
- Add dried apple chips: Fold in 1/2 cup crushed dried apple chips, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture for added crunch and apple flavor.
- Cool and set: Spread the finished puppy chow in an even layer onto parchment paper. Let it cool completely at room temperature so the coating firms up before serving or storage.
Notes
- Use microwave-safe bowls for melting to prevent burning the chocolate and caramel.
- Be gentle when stirring to avoid crushing the cereal pieces.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute white chocolate chips with vegan white chocolate.
- Ensure dried apple chips are crushed into small pieces but not powdered for best texture.
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