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Caramel Apple Puppy Chow

Crunchy caramel-coated Chex mix tossed with powdered sugar, dried apples, and cinnamon for the perfect fall snack or party treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Snack Mix
  • 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
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Microwave-safe bowls
  • Resealable bags
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Place Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Melt caramel bits and butter in 30-second microwave intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Pour caramel mixture over cereal and toss to coat.
  4. Melt white chocolate chips and drizzle over cereal. Toss lightly.
  5. Combine powdered sugar and cinnamon in a resealable bag, add coated cereal, and shake to cover.
  6. Add chopped dried apple chips and toss gently.
  7. Spread mix on a baking sheet to cool completely before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week. For extra caramel flavor, drizzle additional caramel sauce after cooling.