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Caramel Apple Puppy Chow

A sweet and crunchy snack mix combining the flavors of caramel and apple, perfect for parties or a fun treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Puppy Chow Base
  • 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 1 cup peanut butter smooth or crunchy
  • 1 cup caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
Apple Flavoring
  • 1 cup diced apples peeled and cored
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional for extra flavor
Toppings
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1 cup caramel bits

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex cereal and diced apples.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and caramel sauce. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, and microwave for an additional 30 seconds until smooth.
Combine and Coat
  1. Pour the melted peanut butter and caramel mixture over the cereal and apples. Gently stir to coat evenly.
  2. Sprinkle the powdered sugar over the mixture and toss until well coated.
Add Toppings
  1. Fold in the mini chocolate chips and caramel bits.
  2. Spread the puppy chow mixture onto a baking sheet to cool.
Serve
  1. Once cooled, break into pieces and serve in bowls or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gFiber: 2gSugar: 25g

Notes

For a fun twist, you can add chopped nuts or drizzle additional caramel sauce on top before serving.

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