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Caramel Apple Puppy Chow – Sweet, Crunchy & Irresistible

A delightful mix of crispy cereal coated in caramel and apple flavors, perfect for snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Puppy Chow Base
  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal or any other crispy rice cereal
Caramel Coating
  • 1 cup caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Apple Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon apple pie spice or cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
  • 1 cup chopped dried apples
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional
  • 1/2 cup additional powdered sugar for coating

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the Rice Chex cereal and set aside.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the melted butter and caramel sauce. Microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Stir in the apple pie spice and vanilla extract into the caramel mixture.
  2. Pour the caramel mixture over the Rice Chex cereal and gently stir until evenly coated.
Add Toppings
  1. Add the chopped dried apples and chocolate chips, mixing gently to combine.
  2. Sprinkle the additional powdered sugar over the mixture and toss to coat evenly.
Cool and Serve
  1. Spread the puppy chow mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool.
  2. Once cooled, break into pieces and serve in a bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

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