Ingredients:
9 cups Rice Chex cereal
1 cup white chocolate chips
1 cup caramel bits
1 tablespoon apple pie spice (plus a little extra for the sugar mixture)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Powdered sugar
Granulated sugar
Dried apple chips, crushed
Instructions:
Place the Rice Chex cereal in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips, caramel bits, and 1 tablespoon of apple pie spice. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and fully melted.
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
Pour the melted mixture over the Rice Chex and gently stir until all the cereal is evenly coated.
In a separate bowl, mix together powdered sugar, granulated sugar, and an extra sprinkle of apple pie spice.
Add this sugar mixture to the coated cereal, tossing until everything is well covered.
Mix in the crushed dried apple chips.
Spread the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow it to cool completely.
Once cooled, transfer to an airtight container for storage.
Tip: This fall-inspired twist on classic puppy chow is sweet, crunchy, and perfect for snacking or gifting!