Caramel Apple Puppy Chow – Fall Snack Mix Recipe
This Caramel Apple Puppy Chow is the ultimate fall snack mix! Crispy cereal coated in white chocolate, caramel, and powdered sugar, tossed with dried apple pieces for a sweet and tangy twist. Perfect for Halloween parties, autumn movie nights, or gifting in treat bags. Quick to make and totally addictive!
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Spatula
- Zip-top bag or large container with lid
- Parchment paper or baking sheet
Ingredients
- 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1½ cups white chocolate chips or almond bark
- ½ cup caramel chips or 1 tsp caramel extract
- ¾ cup apple cinnamon muffin mix or dry apple cake mix
- ½ cup dried apple bits or apple chips (optional)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (optional)
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Melt coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips or almond bark in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Add caramel flavor: Stir in caramel chips or extract until fully blended.
- Coat cereal: Place Chex cereal in a large bowl. Pour melted mixture over cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
- Add dry mix: Transfer coated cereal to a zip-top bag. Add apple muffin mix and powdered sugar (if using). Seal and shake until well coated.
- Mix in extras: Add dried apples, cinnamon, sea salt, and pecans if desired. Shake again to distribute.
- Cool and store: Spread on parchment paper to cool. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Notes
- For smoother coating, use almond bark instead of white chocolate chips.
- Make it gluten-free by using GF Chex and muffin mix.
- Freeze for up to 1 month; thaw before serving.
- Great paired with apple cider or hot cocoa.
- Customize with candy corn, marshmallows, or drizzle with caramel sauce for extra flair.