Description
Delight in the flavors of fall with Caramel Apple Puppy Chow, a crunchy, sweet snack combining caramel, tart green apples, and cereal for a seasonal treat perfect for parties, gatherings, or cozy nights. This Caramel Apple Puppy Chow recipe offers a fun twist on classic puppy chow, infused with seasonal flavors and textures that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups rice cereal or Chex™ cereal
- 1 cup green apple-flavored candy melts or green apple-flavored melting wafers
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (preferably homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup chopped green apples (fresh, for flavor and texture)
- 1 cup mini caramel-filled chocolates or caramel bits
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder (optional, for extra fall flavor)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Begin by coating the rice cereal in melted green apple-flavored candy melts. Toss gently for an even coating.
- Chop fresh green apples into small pieces and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the caramel sauce with the candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Pour the melted mixture over the coated cereal, tossing gently to coat evenly.
- Fold in chopped green apples and mini caramel-filled chocolates for added flavor.
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let cool completely to set.
- Transfer to an airtight container for storage. Keep in a cool, dry place.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts.
- Add a dash of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for variation.
- Ensure the mixture cools completely for a crunchy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sweet Snacks
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg