Caramel Apple Puppy Chow
A delightful blend of sweet and crunchy, this Caramel Apple Puppy Chow is perfect for snacking any time of year, bringing together warm caramel, crispy Rice Chex, tart dried apples, and rich white chocolate.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup caramel baking bits
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup dried apple chips (roughly chopped) Can substitute with other dried fruits like apricots or cranberries.
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Place 9 cups of Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the caramel baking bits and unsalted butter together, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring after each until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract once melted.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the cereal and gently toss until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and drizzle over the coated cereal, tossing lightly to combine.
- Combine powdered sugar and ground cinnamon in a resealable bag, add the coated cereal, and shake until covered.
- Fold in the roughly chopped dried apple chips, tossing gently to distribute.
- Spread the puppy chow onto a baking sheet in an even layer and let it cool completely before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer freshness, you can store in the fridge and bring back to room temperature before serving.