Description
This OMG! Caramel Apple Puppy Chow is a sweet, crunchy snack mix made with Chex cereal coated in white chocolate, caramel, and apple flavoring. It’s a fall favorite treat that combines all the flavors of caramel apples in bite-sized, addictive form — perfect for parties or gifting.
Ingredients
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 (11 oz) bag caramel baking chips
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small box (3.4 oz) instant apple pudding mix
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup crushed freeze-dried apples
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Place Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the caramel chips, white chocolate chips, and butter in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
- Pour the melted mixture over the Chex cereal and gently toss until evenly coated.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, instant apple pudding mix, crushed freeze-dried apples, and salt.
- Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag or container. Add the sugar mixture, seal, and shake until the cereal is fully coated.
- Spread the mixture out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let cool for 20–30 minutes.
- Once set, transfer to a serving bowl or airtight container for storage.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For extra crunch, add chopped pecans or toffee bits.
- Perfect for fall parties, bake sales, or Halloween snack mixes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American