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Caramel Apple Puppy Chow 2025 11 15 200419 150x150 1

Caramel Apple Puppy Chow

A delightful and easy-to-make treat that combines crunchy Rice Chex, sweet caramel, and chewy dried apples, perfect for snacking.

  • Total Time: 12 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 cups (180 g) Rice Chex cereal
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 cup (240 ml) caramel sauce
  • 1/2 cup (125 g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150 g) dried apple pieces
  • 1/2 cup (90 g) chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine Rice Chex cereal and dried apple pieces. Stir gently to mix.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, mix together caramel sauce, creamy peanut butter, and vanilla extract. Heat in the microwave at 30-second intervals, stirring until melted and smooth (about 1-2 minutes total).
  3. Pour the caramel mixture over the cereal and dried apples. Stir gently until everything is well coated.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a large zip-top bag or bowl. Add powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake until evenly coated.
  5. Gently fold in chocolate chips.
  6. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container to keep it fresh.

Notes

Can be made up to a week in advance. Store in a resealable bag or container for transport.

  • Author: soukaina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian