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Caramel Apple Puppy Chow

A sweet and crunchy snack mix that combines the flavors of caramel, apple, and chocolate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Puppy Chow Base
  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup Caramel sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
Flavor Enhancements
  • 1 cup Chopped dried apples
  • 1 cup Mini chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup Chopped nuts Optional

Method
 

Prepare the Puppy Chow
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex cereal and chopped dried apples.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and caramel sauce. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
  3. Pour the melted mixture over the cereal and apples, and gently stir until evenly coated.
  4. Add the powdered sugar to the bowl and toss until the mixture is well coated.
Finish and Serve
  1. Spread the puppy chow mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool.
  2. Once cooled, mix in the mini chocolate chips and chopped nuts if using.
  3. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 2gSugar: 20g

Notes

For an extra touch, drizzle additional caramel sauce over the finished puppy chow before serving.

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