Description
Sweet, salty, crunchy, and addictively snackable, this Salted Caramel Pretzel Puppy Chow is a no-bake treat that’s perfect for parties, gift bags, or anytime munchies. It combines Rice Chex cereal, pretzels, a luscious caramel-white chocolate coating, and a dusting of powdered sugar for an irresistible flavor combo.
Ingredients
6 cups Rice Chex cereal
2 cups mini pretzels
1 cup caramel baking chips
1 cup white chocolate chips
4 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex cereal and mini pretzels. Set aside.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, add caramel baking chips, white chocolate chips, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
3. Stir in vanilla extract and sea salt into the melted mixture.
4. Pour the warm caramel mixture over the cereal and pretzels. Gently fold using a rubber spatula until evenly coated.
5. Transfer the coated mixture to a large zip-top or paper bag. Add powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake until well coated.
6. Spread out the mixture on a parchment-lined tray and allow to cool for 10–15 minutes. Serve or store once cooled.
Notes
Use parchment or wax paper to cool the mix evenly and avoid clumping.
For richer flavor, add a drizzle of dark chocolate once the mix cools.
Avoid overmixing when coating cereal—gentle folding preserves the crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Snack Mix
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 160
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 5
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