Caramel Apple Puppy Chow (Print Version)

A fall twist on muddy buddies featuring caramel, apple pie spice, and crunchy apple chips for a quick, no-bake seasonal treat.

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
02 - 1 cup white chocolate chips
03 - 1 cup caramel bits
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of salt

→ Coating

06 - 1 Tbsp apple pie spice
07 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
08 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

→ Mix-ins

09 - 1/2 cup dried apple chips, crushed

# Steps:

01 - Add 9 cups Rice Chex to a large mixing bowl.
02 - Melt white chocolate chips and caramel bits in microwave, stirring until smooth.
03 - Stir in vanilla and salt.
04 - Pour over cereal and stir gently to coat.
05 - Mix apple pie spice, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar.
06 - Sprinkle over coated cereal and toss until evenly covered.
07 - Fold in crushed apple chips.
08 - Spread on parchment paper to cool completely.

# Notes:

01 - For stronger apple flavor, add apple extract.
02 - Add nuts for crunch or drizzle with butterscotch for extra sweetness.
03 - Use gluten-free Chex for a GF version.